A refresher course focusing on grammatical form and writing well-formed sentences and paragraphs. Use of reference materials and dictionaries is stressed. A composition course on the writing process including description, narration, exposition, and argument. Course stresses unity, development, organization, coherence, and other basic writing skills necessary for college writing. An introductory literature course including drama, poetry, essays, short stories, and novels of major American writers.
Emphasis is on discussion of and writing about characteristics and themes of the works.
A survey course focusing on the historical development of selected areas of the world from the 16th century to the present. Emphasis placed on analysis of the impact of industrialization, East-West interaction, and the rise of nationalism. Students will be introduced to basic computer concepts, computer terminology, computer current events and the programming process. This course includes hands-on experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. This course satisfies the UHM College of Education requirements.