معرفی
Jacqueline Cason is a Professor in the Department of Writing at the University of Alaska Anchorage, where she coordinates the composition program. Her scholarship examines the transfer of writing-related knowledge across educational contexts, emphasizing first-year composition, general education, and disciplinary applications.
Education
- Ph.D., English, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
- M.A., English, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
- M.A.T., University of Alaska Anchorage
- B.A., English, University of North Carolina, Charlotte
Research Focus
Cason's work centers on designing writing assignments that integrate threshold concepts and learning dispositions. She explores synergies between the Framework for Success in Postsecondary Writing and the Framework for Information Literacy in Higher Education, focusing on cognitive skills and affective habits of mind.
Her recent publications reflect interdisciplinary trends, including genre theory for adaptive writing pedagogy, instructional design in digital environments, and metaphorical analysis in science writing. These align with broader themes in writing education and technical communication.
Scientific Awards
- Selected to attend the 2015 Dartmouth Summer Seminar for Writing Research, a prestigious event focused on data-driven inquiry into writing programs.
Teaching and Academic Leadership
Cason teaches courses in Composition Theory and Practice, Evolution of the Essay Genre, Nonfiction Narrative, Deliberative Rhetoric, Public Science Writing, Technical and Scientific Writing, First-year Composition, Persuasive Writing, and Advanced Composition. She also provides academic advising for English degree programs, contributing to curriculum development and student mentorship.
