Sylvia Morales

Sylvia Morales is a Continuing Lecturer at the University of California, Davis, specializing in teaching writing and rhetoric. Since 2005, she has taught at four-year universities and Sacramento-area community colleges, focusing on courses like Advanced Composition, Business Writing, and Health Writing. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes rhetorical awareness, student agency, and active engagement. She fosters a relaxed classroom environment, incorporating humor and metacognitive strategies to enhance learning.

Education:

• MA in English - Sacramento State University (Teaching College Composition)
• Certificate in Teaching College Composition - Sacramento State University
• BA in English - Sacramento State University

Research Interests: Composition and Rhetoric, Pedagogy, Technical & Professional Communication, Genre Analysis, Contract Grading, and Learning Transfer. She explores innovative teaching methods, such as contract grading, and the application of genre analysis to improve writing instruction.

Dr. Morales has experience teaching hybrid and online courses and prioritizes creating inclusive, dynamic learning spaces. Her approach integrates rhetorical theory with practical writing skills across disciplines.