English Composition

Catalog description

Introduction to college-level writing and preparation for ENG-112 available to students by self- placement. Students develop and practice content development, revising, and editing strategies through multiple drafting assignments. Students can expect a high level of instructor feedback through written responses and/or conferences. This course includes a lab hour designed to support the work of ENG-101 writers by providing individualized instruction tailored to the writer's specific needs. While the emphasis will differ from writer to writer, upon completing this course, students will know how to: 1) strengthen and demonstrate critical thinking and reading skills necessary to succeed at college-level writing and 2) develop structures that allow for the complex treatment of ideas. A final grade of C- or higher is recommended in this course before enrolling in ENG 112. Three lecture hours and one writing lab hour per week. This course does not satisfy any General Education requirement. This course is only offered through the two year colleges and Marian's Adult Programs.