The course does not count towards the degree. Considerable time is spent on preparation for academic writing and the connections between reading, writing, and speaking are emphasized. Placement is determined by a writing sample. The course does not count towards the degree. The aim of this course is to improve students' ability to write clearly and logically.
Emphasis is placed on the importance of revision and writing as process.
Students write a number of short essays which illustrate various writing strategies and use these strategies to write a research paper. Involves instructor and peer evaluation in a workshop setting. Placement is determined by a writing sample. Eh 112 Literature and Research A discussion course which asks students to examine fiction, poetry, and drama, and write analytical essays both in and out of class. Also required is a research paper on literary topic.