Introduction to Writing in the Sciences

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This course takes a rhetorical approach to scientific communication by grounding principles of scientific style and STEM genre conventions within the contexts of purpose, audience, and discourse community. Students will be exposed to a variety of scientific texts in order to become familiar with the principles of effective scientific communication for both expert and lay audiences. Through rhetorical reading, students will learn about audience needs and expectations for scientific texts. Students will also compose in disciplinary and popular scientific genres to improve their skills and gain rhetorical awareness. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1102 >= C or ENGL 1102H >= C Lecture Hours: 3 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture Schedule Type (Additional): Asynchronous Instruction Click here for the Schedule of Classes.