ENG1100 College English Composition

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ENG1100 College English Composition

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course enhances reading and writing skills relevant to academic communication. It integrates the writing process, rhetorical modes, and library skills into assignments centered primarily on nonfiction readings. Emphasis is placed on the importance of reading, research, and revision.

Students will develop clear, organized writing skills and strategic thinking. A variety of creative works will be read, analyzed, and written. Mastery of MLA and APA writing styles will be achieved. Developing a thesis statement and producing strong supporting details will be key objectives, leading to becoming a more accomplished writer.

Key Topics Covered Include:

  • Develop critical thinking
  • Write in an objective style
  • Outline the stages of writing: draft, revision, final copy
  • Research and include sufficient supporting details to support the thesis
  • Ensure the audience is appropriately considered
  • Begin and conclude the paper effectively
  • Exhibit strong control of writing techniques: paragraphing, punctuation, spelling

REFERENCE MATERIALS for Full-CLC Students

“A full CLC award signifies that the student has attained the knowledge, through either prior education or experience, equivalent to or greater than what would be learned in a traditional college course. Physical attendance is not required; however, successful completion of a final exam for each course is mandatory.”

Reference Materials

  • (2011) Writing Spaces: Readings on Writing, Volume 2: Parlor Press West Lafayette. Edited by Charles Lowe and Pavel Zemliansky
  • (2010) Writing Spaces: Readings on Writing, Volume 1: Parlor Press West Lafayette. Edited by Charles Lowe and Pavel Zemliansky
  • (2015) How to Write Descriptively. Nalo Hopkinson.
  • (2015) An Introduction to Academic Writing. John Kotnarowski. NUST MISIS Academic Writing Center
  • (2015) How to Use a Semicolon. Emma Bryce.
  • (2015) When to Use Apostrophes. Laura Mclure.
  • (2013) Comma Story. Terisa Folaron

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