ENG 475 - Theories of Reading and Writing Discourse

Institution:

Western Colorado University

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Description:

A focus on the differing approaches to texts that are presently used in English studies. Some of the approaches that readers use are studying the text itself closely and studying the contextual forces that help construct the text. Writers' approaches to texts include focusing on the readers' needs and responses as well as the process of composing. In addition to taking the course, students work with a faculty member in a lower-division English course, where they implement theoretical material in teaching situations. Instructor permission required. The course may be repeated three times for credit. Only two credits may count towards a major or minor in English. Graded Satisfactory/ Unsatisfactory only.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.western.edu

Phone Number:

(970) 943-0120

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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