A workshop approach designed to help students develop the basic skills they need for writing coherent expository prose. Students will learn how to edit their own papers as they are led systematically through all stages of composition prewriting, writing, rewriting. A developmental course designed for students whose writing placement assessment or performance in ENG005 indicates the need for further instruction before taking ENG101. Based upon placement testing. This course will cover writing more effectively by briefly reviewing student' s existing knowledge base and then focusing on a discussion of how to convey meaning efficiently, clearly, and completely.
Students bring their papers from other courses to class for revision.
May not be taken more than three times. Required of all students. A general introduction to literary genres the essay, short story, novel, drama, and poetry including a study of critical terminology, close textual reading, and practice in writing. Six papers, at least one dealing with each genre, will be required. Emphasis on accuracy, style and editorial responsibility.