Examines the relationship of computer technology to the larger field of writing studies. Topics include a historical overview of computers and other writing technologies; current instructional practices and their relation to various writing theories; research on word processing, computer-mediated communication, and hypermedia; and the computer as a research tool.
Undergraduate Credit: 3 hours
Graduate Credit: 4 hours
Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor. Students must have a basic knowledge of word processing.
Course Department: English
Updated: April 4, 2026