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1550C. Corequisite Support for Writing 1. This course is intended to provide corequisite support for students requiring remediation in writing while they are concurrently enrolled in English 1550. Emphasis will be placed on the development of college-level writing conventions, organizational strategies, and editing techniques. Open to students based upon ACT/SAT scores or Composition Placement Test results. Grading is ABCDF but must earn a "C" or better to satisfy the General Education requirement and continue to ENGL 1551 or ENGL 1551H. Does not count toward a degree. Coreq.: Enrollment in paired section of English 1550. 1 s.h.
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ENGL 1550
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1550H. Honors Writing 1. Strategies for writing as a means of critical inquiry, with focus on writing processes and on the roles of writer, audience, and purpose as they affect writing. Writing assignments treat a broad range of ideas, especially in response to challenging readings. Stylistic experimentation is encouraged so that each student can develop a distinctive writing style. Students divide their time between regular classrooms and computer classrooms, where they have the opportunity to acquire and develop basic word-processing and electronic communication skills. Prereq.: Eligibility for the Honors Program and permit on the basis of ACT/SAT scores or Composition Placement Test. Grading is ABCDF but must earn a "C" or better to satisfy the General Education requirement. 3 s.h.
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1551. Writing 2. Practice in writing with emphasis on the process of investigation: exploration of topics, formulation of tentative theses, collection of data from suitable primary and secondary sources, and clear and appropriate presentation of the results of these inquiries. Students divide their time between regular and computer classrooms, where they have the opportunity to perform online research. Grading is ABCDF but must earn a C or higher to satisfy the General Education requirement. Prereq.: ENGL 1549 with a grade of "C" or better or ENGL 1550 with a grade of "C" or better or ACT/SAT scores or Composition and Reading Test results. 3 s.h.
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1551H. Honors Writing 2. Research on a topic of some depth, conducted independently and focused on a single project that results in a substantial investigative paper. Students divide their time between regular and computer classrooms, where they have the opportunity to perform online research. Grading is ABCDF but must earn a C or higher to satisfy the General Education requirement. Prereq.: Admission to the Honors Program and ENGL 1550H with a grade "C" or better. 3 s.h
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1560. Language, Ethnicity, and Gender. Basic understanding of relations between ethnicity, gender, and speech style, distinguishing linguistics, sociolinguistics, and women's issues. Examination of topics such as language, socialization, oral vs written language, language and class membership, and intra-ethnicity variation in Urban Vernacular English. 3 s.h.
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1590. Introduction to Literature. Literary works from various genres and periods by culturally diverse authors. Students learn literary terms to analyze and interpret literature. A major goal is to improve critical thinking skills by relating literature to film, music, art and/or live performance. 3 s.h.
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1590H. Honors Introduction to Literature. Primarily British or American works in a variety of genres, chosen to illuminate a central topic, are read and discussed critically to promote understanding and enjoyment of reading. Focused on one of four topics: Nature and the Environment, The Good Life, Science and Technology, or Social Justice. 3 s.h.
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3.00 Credits
2601. Intermediate Writing for Teachers. A course to increase proficiency in critical reading and writing. Designed specifically for students entering the College of Education; reading, discussions and writing assignments emphasize current issues in Education. Assignments allow students to practice, collaboratively and individually, the kinds of writing used in teaching. Does not count toward the English major. Prereq.: Completion of ENGL 1551 with grade "C" or better. 3 s.h.
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3.00 Credits
2610. World Literature. A survey of nonwestern literatures, emphasizing their cultural, historical, literary, and global contexts. 3 s.h.
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3.00 Credits
2615. Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature. Works from the science fiction and fantasy genres are read and discussed critically to promote understanding and enjoyment of reading. 3 s.h.
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