WR 153 - Introduction to Expository Writing: Argument

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Marylhurst University

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Description:

This course introduces students to critical thinking, reading, and writing at the college level. It is integrated with the Marylhurst Cultural & Historical Studies course CHS 201 and is primarily intended for international students with conditional admission to an undergraduate program at the University. Students focus on composition and revision of argumentative and persuasive essays. Writing projects are linked directly to material covered in CHS 201. Students explore methods of argumentation and will be able to produce a thorough and coherent persuasive essay supporting a narrowed thesis by the end of the term. Prerequisites: TOEFL 180 CBT/510 PBT/ 64 iBT, ESL 151/152/153/154 (full sequence), or instructor approval. 3 crs.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marylhurst.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 636-8141

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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