I Principles of composition and rhetorical skills necessary for clear, logical writing. Emphasis on writing as a process. Emphasis is on reading as a stage in the writing process. With the help of the instructor, students compose, revise, and edit essays on classroom computers.
Emphasis is on using the computer as a tool in the writing process.
This course does not require any computer skills, but familiarity with the keyboard helps. In writing assignments, students analyze how pop culture impacts society and the individual. Instead of attending classes, students receive and send assignments via computer modem. Campus attendance is required for orientation and tests. Students may view the video lessons broadcast over the television or may lease a set of videotapes for home viewing.