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Acquaints students with the techniques of writing description, poetry and short fiction. Student writings will be viewed as statements of the individual's creative self as well as work to be considered for publication. It is advised that students complete a literature course before taking this course. Prerequisite(s): ENG 161 or permission of instructor
Prerequisite:
ENG 161 or Permission of Instructor
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Course stresses skills necessary for criminal justice writing. In addition to stressing writing skills, course focuses on the practical application of skills central to all types of communications criminal justice personnel are called upon to use in their daily work. The course includes training in job related forms and the reports, such as narrative reports, search warrants, affidavits of probable cause, and reports for tracking and logging of evidence. Course stresses profreading and editing, research methods, reading in the field, development of listening skills and interacting in discussion and problem-solving groups. Special emphasis is placed on separating factual informaton and interpretive analysis. Prerequisite(s): ENG 161
Prerequisite:
ENG 161
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3.00 Credits
Writing About Literature is an entry point into the English major, providing the techniques for compositions that demonstrate an informed, critical analysis of literary works. Students will read short fiction, poetry, and drama, develop analytical interpretations supported by research and critical theory, and compose a series of essays that emphasize clear and original understanding of the works appropriate MLA documentation and format.
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3.00 Credits
This course identifies and examines the theoretical, cultural, and socio-historical foundations of Hip Hop. This course will analyze the conceptual roots and principles of Hip Hop particularly examining both the urban American origins of Hip Hop and its wider socio-political implications and influence. This course will also examine the role of the Hip Hop imagination on American and the world.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces the foundations, traditions and trends of the genre of science fiction. In examining classic and contemporary works, the course will explore themes such as time travel, social satire dehumanization, utopia, visions of technical innovations and encounters with aliens. Corequisite(s): ENG 161
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to give the student an additional opportunity to develop creative writing abilities. An array of exercises and examples from fiction and poetry will allow students to explore different options in creatively expressing themselves in writing and in presenting work publically. Using techniques of poetry and fiction established in ENG 165, students will compose longer works: small collections of poetry, longer short stories, themed collections, or chapters from a novel. Imagination, creativity, and discipline in creating a writing life will be stressed. Prerequisite(s): ENG 165 (ENG 256 is also recommended)
Prerequisite:
ENG 165 (ENG 256 is also Recommended)
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3.00 Credits
This course examines methods of language instruction, providing prospective teachers with tools for teaching child, adolescent and adult English Language Learners. Language acquisition theory, assessment, cultural and linguistic context, and Pennsylvania ELL standards for PreK-12 will addressed.
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3.00 Credits
Introducing students to literary analysis, the content of this course varies, but relies most heavily on short stories and emphasizes both critical analyses of the works presented as well as the social/historical contexts in which they were written. Students are encouraged to develop their own ideas as they become familiar with various critical approaches to the texts. Students are asked to identify that which constitutes literary value in a text and are encouraged to broaden their definitions of literary culture.
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3.00 Credits
Covers western and non-western literary classics and their relevant modern counterparts. The types of literature covered include the epic, the tale, the novel, drama, the essay, and poetry. A comparative approach is used in dealing with such themes as war, adventure, love, social customs, and death and the afterlife.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces journalistic principles and practices with an emphasis on the tools and skills used by contemporary reporters in collecting information and writing news articles. The course also includes a study of the news media and their influence on society. Prerequisite(s): ENG 161
Prerequisite:
ENG 161
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