English 450 Fundamentals of Composition Practice in English composition, with emphasis on paragraphing, leading to an understanding of the total essay. The careful study and practice of expository and argumentative writing techniques and the frequent writing of compositions with the ultimate goal of a research project. English 1B Advanced Composition and Critical Thinking Integration of critical thinking skills with effective written analysis and argument. Course involves extensive writing. Analysis of the techniques and purposes of specific writers.
Students learn how to organize and compose the literary essay.