Advanced Writing and Research

Catalog description

Instruction in advanced principles of expository writing, critical thinking, oral and visual communication, and in-depth mastery of reflective, critical and academic modes of writing, and research across the disciplines within and beyond the University. Designed to enhance student awareness of and ability to navigate as effective communicators in today’s poly-modal world. Course builds upon the skills developed in Effective Communication 1, including writing and speech, with an additional emphasis on academic research, evaluating source material, and synthesizing concepts for advanced argumentation in academic writing and presentations. Students consolidate advanced skills in integrating research, using appropriate citation and documentation. Students must complete this course with a 'C' (2.0) or higher to fulfill the second CORE requirement in Effective Communication. Prerequisite: passing Effective Communication 1 or its equivalent with a grade of 'C (2.0) or higher.