Advanced Theory and Practice of Written Composition

Catalog description

Develops advanced skills in composition specifically for academic writing. Through analysis of a variety of literary genres (such as argumentative and critical essays, research papers, journalistic prose and prose fiction) students will sharpen critical thinking skills, develop a further understanding of Spanish grammatical, rhetorical and literary devices essential to developing a written voice and writing with coherence and clarity in Spanish. Extensive writing assignments will focus on further developing and refining vocabulary and syntax, as well revision skills. Course conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 302 .