ENG 22 - Beginning Composition

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Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Qualification for English 22 on the KCC placement instrument, or ENG 21 with a grade of "C" or higher, or instructor recommendation. ENG 22 assists students in understanding the writing process and shaping their ideas into effective essays. Conventions of academic writing are introduced, including research, technology, and social practices of writing. Upon successful completion of ENG 22, the student should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of writing as a process, which includes gathering information, exploring ideas, clarifying thoughts, developing and supporting a thesis, organizing information, revising, editing, and proofreading. Demonstrate active reading skills such as annotating, cultivating vocabulary, and objectively summarizing and analyzing information and main ideas. Write essays with content, organization, language, and tone suited for various purposes and audiences. Write sustained essays (minimum 1 3000 words or 12-15 pages over the semester) that may include narrative, descriptive, evaluative, analytical, and persuasive modes; focused on a central idea; adequately supported; and logically divided into focused paragraphs. Identify patterns of error and learn to edit sentences for grammar and style. Utilize sources (such as surveys, interviews, observations, books, periodicals, and online resources), and demonstrate understanding of MLA documentation by creating a Works Cited page as well as correct in-text citation for quotations and paraphrases from sources. Demonstrate an awareness of the social aspect of writing, including giving and receiving feedback, utilizing tutoring resources, and writing collaboratively. Demonstrate computer literacy skills including word processing, use of online resources, and visual formatting of written documents. Demonstrate effective planning, time management, and organizing strategies for writing projects and college course work. Produce a portfolio reflecting growth and self-awareness in writing as well as evidence of mastery of the above competencies.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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