ENG 301 Advanced Composition (CC) *

English 301 is an advanced course in analytic and argumentative writing. Students will present and write responses to documented research on academically relevant and current topics in their field of study. There is emphasis placed on creation and revision of writing, evaluation and analysis of sources, critical reading, and information literacy. Students will gain practice in analysis, synthesis, critical thinking, and writing/ presenting for professional and academic audiences.

Credits

5

Prerequisite

ENG 102 or Bachelor’s degree

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. Work though the stages of the writing process to draft and revise written assignments in preparation for meeting graduate writing standards.
3. Analyze and synthesize source texts as valid evidence to support claims.
4. Demonstrate the ability to cite information sources following APA conventions.
5. Construct logical argumentative papers and presentations that support a focused opinion on an academic topic.
6. Employ accurate organization, mechanics, and vocabulary for cohesive written and verbal communication.