Points of Departure

Points of Departure: Rethinking Student Success in Writing, published by the University Press of Colorado in 2018, emerged from the scholarly discourse surrounding composition studies and information literacy. Sandra Jamieson, a professor of English at Drew University, authored the text to address the shifting landscape of higher education, specifically focusing on how students navigate the complexities of source-based writing and research in the digital age.

The book is situated within the field of writing studies, reflecting Jamieson's long-standing research into student writing patterns and the pedagogical challenges posed by the internet. Designed as a resource for educators and curriculum designers, it synthesizes empirical evidence with classroom strategies. It was received as a rigorous contribution to the 'Writing Spaces' and broader pedagogical literature, noted for its emphasis on evidence-based instruction and for encouraging instructors to re-evaluate traditional assignments in favor of those that foster authentic student inquiry.