ENGL 0306 - Developmental Writing I

3 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. lab.) The first of two developmental writing courses designed to improve the student’s basic writing skills. Class activities and lab assignments will be used to produce clarity and precision in sentence and paragraph structure. Specific course topics include an introduction to the writing process and a review of grammar, usage and mechanics. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements. (3201085312) Prerequisite: Placement by testing
Course Outcomes
1 - Compose a variety of texts that demonstrate clear focus, the logical development of ideas, and the use of appropriate language that advances the writer’s purpose.
2 - Determine and use effective approaches and rhetorical strategies for given writing situations.
3 - Generate ideas and gather information relevant to the topic and purpose, incorporating the ideas and words of other writers in student writing using established strategies.
4 - Evaluate relevance and quality of ideas and information to formulate and develop a claim.
5 - Develop and use effective revision strategies to strengthen the writer’s ability to compose college-level writing assignments.
6 - Edit writing to conform to the conventions of standard English.