This course further develops effective written communication knowledge, skills, and abilities; progressively builds upon the concept of writing as a process; and applies the concept to argumentative, analytical, and research writing required for upper-level college coursework across the curriculum. The course places a high emphasis on the use of digital library and technical resources, proper use of sources and citations, synthesis of source material, and advanced revision and editing skills.

English I should focus on:Critical thinking, reading and analytical skills Reflective written response to college-level texts Development of language/communication skills for future college, career and interpersonal success Development of significant ideas Thesis or purpose Logical organization Unity and coherence Clear and precise prose Standard English usage, correct punctuation, grammar and spelling Sense of audience and purposeMulti-paragraph essays Variety of rhetorical patterns, emphasizing exposition and argumentation Minimum 3,000 words per semester (Quality of writing is the focus, but it is important that students have adequate time on task.) Writing as recursive process of pre-writing, drafting, editing, and revisionIntroduction to information literacy - students should be able to judge the scholarly value of information and understand there are databases for scholarly researchIntroduction to plagiarismRecognition and handling of quotation, summary, and paraphrase