Teaching Basics

In this section of the handbook, you’ll find information about the different classes and programs the Department offers. If you’re not able to find the answer to your question, please check out the full Table of Contents for this site, or send an email to firstyearwriting@citytech.cuny.edu.

Contents of this section:

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First-Year Writing: 1101 and 1121

First-Year Writing Course Descriptions, Learning Objectives, and Model Courses

Literature Courses

The Professional and Technical Writing (PTW) degree program

The Minor in Gender and Sexuality Studies

Putting your Syllabus Together

What To Know About Office Hours

Important Class Policies (Attendance, Grading)

Getting Started with Learning Management Systems (Blackboard, OpenLab)

What is an eClass Folder?

What is CUNYFirst?

What is a Commencement of Attendance Roster?

Understanding Midterm Status Reports (Midterm Grades)