Blog 9: Hitt, O'Leary and Nan
11/17/2022 Summary : To start with, Hitt's writing is focused on addressing accessibility in writing centres for those with disabilities. She outlines existing issues in the design and function of some centres which can make it difficult for disabled persons to be able to utilize the centre to the extent that someone without disabilities would be able to. O'Leary's excerpt speaks on persistent issues within writing centres relating to gender, particularly with perceived stereotypes pertaining to traditionally masculine and feminine identities. Nan's article addresses the rising number of Chinese students in American schools, and goes into how a tutor may be able to more effectively assist those whose primary language isn't English. Commentary : I feel as though these articles are a good way to round off the readings for this year, as they address issues which go beyond simple writing centre function or tutoring strategies....