Students are also expected to learn how to revise their work. Students who at the end of the semester are writing competent critical essays may, on the recommendation of the instructor and with the approval of the writing coordinator , sit for the ENG 100 Proficiency Exam. If the student passes ENG 099 and the Exam, the student will be exempted from ENG 100. If the student passes ENG 099 but fails the Proficiency Exam, the student will matriculate to ENG 100. The thesis statement expresses a clear, confident stance and provides an accurate, concise forecast of topics to be developed.
Paragraphs have a sharp focus and include carefully selected evidence.
Sentences within paragraphs are linked by tight logical connections and effective transitions. Any source materials are clearly subordinate to the paper's own purpose, which is elaborated with stylistic efficiency and even flair. Documentation, when needed, conforms to all appropriate conventions. The thesis statement takes a clear stand and forecasts the topics to be developed. Paragraphs are unified, and supporting details are sufficient and relevant.