Academic Reading and Writing

Catalog description

In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. Students will learn the skills necessary for writing college level compositions. Students learn expository and argumentative writing, critical and close reading, cogent thinking and research techniques and strategies. Students will also learn to write academic essays including a documented research paper in conventional format using MLA style. This course was formerly known as ENGL 001A: English Composition.