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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits This course charts the development of Caribbean literature in English from the 19th century to the present and emphasizes its formal and thematic aspects. Special attention is given to the influence of Caribbean geography and Caribbean history on its literature. Themes include anti-imperialism and nationalism, globalization, migration and exile, the treatment of race, the treatment of women, and carnivalesque subversions. (This course is equivalent to BLS 3038 and LTT 3038. Students will receive credit for ENG 3038, BLS 3038, or LTT 3038. These courses may not substitute for each other in the F grade replacement policy.) Prerequisite: ENG 2150 or ENG/LTT 2800 or 2850.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits This course surveys the history of literature written for children. Discussion is primarily based on critical analysis of myths and traditional stories, modern fairy tales, classics, ethnic stories, poetry, modern realism, and new literary trends. The availability and suitability of reading for age groups from childhood through adolescence are also considered. Prerequisite: ENG 2100 or equivalent.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits Young adult literature addresses readers between the ages of 12 and 20 who seek intellectual stimulation, pleasure, and self-discovery. In this course students will read historical and realistic fiction, fantasies, poetry, and biographies and auto biographies dealing with themes such as adapting to physical changes, independence from parents and other adults, acquiring a personal identity, and achieving social responsibility. Issues of censorship-its history, practice, and impact on young adult reading choices-will be explored. Prerequisite: ENG 2150 or ENG/LTT 2800 or 2850.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits This course is designed to teach students the fundamentals of journalism-reporting, researching, and writing news and feature articles, with a focus on fairness, accuracy, balance, and thoroughness. Students will cover stories on a range of topics, most of which will be culled from their own communities. Online reporting, interviewing techniques, and writing style will be developed during the semester. Open to all students except those taking Basic Writing (ENG 0132).
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits This course is intended for students who wish to learn how to write for general magazines as well as for specialized journals. Stress is placed on an analysis of magazines and markets, techniques for writing effective query letters, methods of research, and the process of writing and editing a freelance article. Regular conferences are included. Prerequisite: ENG 2150 or permission of the instructor.
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4.00 Credits
4 hours; 3 credits Students combine skills learned in photography and journalism courses to complete several short photojournalistic essay/assignments as well as a larger final essay. Areas of study include visual imagery, theories, techniques, and the history of the subject. Students must provide their own 35mm cameras. (This is the same course as ART 3064. Students will receive credit for ENG 3064 or ART 3064, not both.) Prerequisites: ART 2060 and ENG 3050 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits This course explores the impact of information research on writing. Students develop proficiency in evaluating, identifying, and using relevant print, electronic, and Internet sources to locate the business, government, biographical, political, social, and statistical information necessary for in-depth journalistic reportage and other forms of research. (This course is equivalent to LIB 3065. Students will receive credit for either ENG 3065 or LIB 3065. These courses may not substitute for each other in the F grade replacement policy.) Prerequisite: ENG 2150; pre- or corequisite: ENG 2500 or 3050 or departmental permission.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits This course provides hands-on practice in preparing articles for publication in newspapers, magazines, and electronic media. Students learn to write headlines and captions, check facts and grammar, assess fairness and accuracy, and guard against potential libel. Students learn further methods of improving articles (considerations of reporting and writing, voice and style, structure and organization). Regular conferences are included. Prerequisite: ENG 2500 or 3050.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits This is a course in the concepts, tools, and skills of basic business communication, both written and spoken. Using the case study method, the course offers practical experience in researching business problems, editing, and using language to reach different levels of the business audience. Among the types of materials covered are memos, letters, resumes, research reports, and oral presentations. Students are introduced to a broad spectrum of contemporary communication tools. (This course is cross-listed with COM 3150. Students will receive credit for ENG 3150 or COM 3150, not both. These courses may not substitute for each other in the F grade replacement policy.) Prerequisite: ENG 2150.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits This is a hands-on course designed both to develop students' skills in reporting, researching, and writing business stories and to expand their knowledge of the business world. The class focuses on both content (topics in business and economics) and craft (reporting and writing skills). Students learn about the business press and the roles and responsibilities of business reporters and editors. They work to develop basic business journalism skills, as well as the fundamentals of story structure and techniques of self-editing. Prerequisite: ENG 2150 or departmental permission.
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