M.A. English Language & Literature

I help students find their voice.

My English composition and literature courses help students to value writing as a skill necessary to survive and thrive in academic and employment communities. Through exploring different rhetorical modes in literature, students learn to evaluate their thoughts in the context of the world around them. They learn to refine their message into texts difficult to be forgotten.

My work with students is both a partnership and a process. I develop curriculum using instructional design strategies and learning theories that allow us to partner on reaching course standards. Since obtaining my Master of Arts in English Language and Literature in 2013, I have been fortunate enough to engage with over thirty-two classes and almost twelve hundred students.

Please review my artifacts showcasing my instructional experience below.

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Interactive Slideshow and a Four Part Video Tutorial Example: “Problem Solution Writing”

Video Tutorial Example: “Chickering & Gamson’s 7 Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education”

Video Tutorial Example: “Writing a Problem Solution Paper”

Video Tutorial Example: “How to Ace a Timed Writing Assessment”

Course Reviews

  • “I really enjoyed the readings that were assigned and how they corresponded to an in-depth discussion board or writing.”

    Student, Literature IFall 2013

  • “The instructor took time to explain things over the phone. She answered email questions. I had a lot of fun writing about my experience with the local ice storm in 2009. It was great to read other student's experiences. I like that I could use my own personal experience to learn how to write. I didn't know I would enjoy the course this much.”

    Student, Composition IIFall 2014

  • “Mrs. Mitchell provided excellent feedback and appropriate examples for the stuff being taught. Her pleasant and helpful demeanor made asking questions less intimidating.”

    Student, Composition IFall 2015

  • "The instructor was always more than willing to help in any way she could. She seems to care about students. I'm not the best writer, but I got better in this class. It wasn't easy. I learned a lot."

    Student, Composition IFall 2015

  • "She explained things really well and answered my texts and emails quickly. I like the videos she made too."

    Student, Composition IIFall 2015

  • "It was easy to find things in the course. Every week there were posted assignment with regular deadlines. That helped me keep track of what was expected. The teacher is extremely personable who made sure that assignments were given and graded in a fair manner. I liked that she was always quick to reply to my questions or concerns, and could explain things in different ways."

    Student, Composition IFall 2015