This is a course in public speaking which stresses speech organization, effective delivery, and critical listening skills. A strong emphasis is placed on student performance to help the student gain speech practice and develop self-confidence in a variety of speaking situations. It explores the conventions of the genre including character, plot, setting, point of view, style, and theme. Written assignments are based on the readings. Writing skills learned in Composition I are further developed.
Students write a research paper which demonstrates understanding of literary criticism.
This course advances the student's ability to write clearly and coherently by emphasizing the writing process. Emphasis is on writing projects which include personal, rhetorical, and expository models. Research skills are introduced. It utilizes the Wilson sound and syllable system using multisensory language techniques. Students who need Steps 9-12 must take ENGL052.