Concept 2: Writing Speaks to Situations through Recognizable Forms (original) (raw)

The paper discusses the evolution of the field of rhetoric and composition, emphasizing the inquiry into the nature of writing and its teaching. It highlights the historical context, citing early efforts to establish coherence within the discipline, and addresses current axiologies that influence teaching approaches. The author argues for a shared understanding of composition's content to solidify the discipline and advocates for the establishment of a composition major as essential for addressing the gaps between introductory and graduate-level education.