Abstract

Writer's Tool Kits (WTK) are structured resources designed to enhance students' academic writing skills and are increasingly utilized in higher education to support learning outcomes. This study examines the effect of Writer's Tool Kits (WTK) versus Non-Writer's Tool Kits (N-WTK) on student progression rates in an online graduate course. The study evaluated whether incorporating weekly WTKs, focused on academic writing, significantly affected progression rates compared to courses without WTKs. Using a two-proportion z test, data from 172 students across 16 courses showed no significant difference in progression rates between WTK (83%) and N-WTK (81%) groups. Results suggest WTKs have minimal impact on progression rates. Future research should explore qualitative student feedback, undergraduate-level effects, and demographic influences on progression rates.

Keywords: open enrollment, writing toolkit, academic writing, online learning, teaching strategies, graduate-level

How to Cite:

Adkins, J. & Kyger, J., (2025) “Classroom Innovations: A Study of Writing Tool Kits in an Online Graduate Course”, Teaching and Learning Conference Proceedings 1(1).

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