{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Digication Scholars Conversations","title":"Episode 161 Innovative Approaches to Rhetoric and Composition Courses at Appalachian State University Part 1","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/7a8ed69a\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3460,"description":"In this episode of Digication Scholars Conversations, host Kelly Driscoll chats with Bill Torgerson, a lecturer in Rhetoric and Composition at Appalachian State University.\nBill shares insights on his innovative use of Digication for student ePortfolios, the importance of digital spaces in writing, and how they foster community and creativity among students.\nThe discussion also touches on Bill’s journey to App State, his passion for writing and teaching, and his experiences as a basketball coach, illustrating how his coaching philosophy influences his teaching methods.\nHurricane Helene's impact on the University and the community was devastating. Use the donation link in our show notes to support Bill's community: https://today.appstate.edu/2024/10/11/relief-fund\nOther Donation Resources, Valle Crucis Community Park: https://vallecrucispark.org/\nVisit Bill's website here: https://thetorg.com/\nFor more information about this podcast, please visit our podcast website using the link below: https://bit.ly/3MfBqbo\nListen on Apple Podcasts using the link below: https://apple.co/3OkFVEn\nFollow us on Social Media!\nTwitter: https://bit.ly/3M9J7Qt\nFacebook: https://bit.ly/3OgnIYw\nInstagram: https://bit.ly/3Mjm4D8\nPlease visit our website at https://bit.ly/3IgGVFP\n#CommunityEngagement #WritingAcrossTheCurriculum #WritingAndRhetorics #DigicationScholars","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/IIPQ0MJqSSJNShKE1vq7C8UKT3_V3ekCngm4Rb9dDi4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzE1NDIzLzE2MDQ1/MjQ2NjctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}