Dr. Wu Dan's Introducing Writing Across the Curriculum into China is an important and
provocative research study that is broadly international in scope. Of particular significance
for education in China this book provides a historical analysis of writing instruction in
China and an original application of activity theory used to analyze problems and possibilities
for Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) in higher education. Through an examination of
important aspects of WAC as it has developed in the United States Dr. Wu Dan brings together
various perspectives in support of developing and sustaining WAC programs in China and by
analogy throughout the world. Her work opens new avenues for research in writing and for the
teaching of courses throughout the curriculum using a writing-in-the-disciplines approach. A
major contribution to international WAC scholarship Introducing Writing Across the Curriculum
into China will be invaluable to English faculty and to all readers interested in educational
innovations in China.
