This course is designed to help students understand and use the basics of grammar and punctuation with simple, compound and complex sentences, and to use these sentences to develop effective paragraphs. Covers developing the topic sentence, ordering ideas and achieving coherence in paragraphs, and incorporating paragraphs into essays. Designed to teach clear and effective expository prose, with emphasis on organization, clarity and coherence. Learn to adapt style to various readers and use research to clarify explanations and support arguments. Fee is required.
Research is used to incorporate supporting ideas from critics in essays of literary analysis.
Fee is required. Speech Fundamentals Introduction to basic oral communication principles and skills, challenges of cultural diversity and gender equity. Includes study and practice in public speaking and discussion, preparation and organization, and delivery techniques. This course satisfies the requirements of Public Act 87-581. W riting Laboratory Develops job-related communication skills, research paper skills and writing skills for personal improvement.