ENG - English

This is the first course in a three-term sequence of composition courses. English Composition is designed to develop students’ abilities to think, organize and express their ideas clearly and effectively in writing. This course incorporates reading, writing, discussion, collaboration, and critical thinking. Emphasis is placed on the various forms of expository writing such as description, narration, and argumentation. The class time is split between the classroom and online work, some in an adaptive learning environment. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): ENG 101L is required for Pathways students only. 5 quarter hours

This corequisite (meaning taken at the same time) class is a structured workshop where students practice broadly useful skills, including information literacy, critical inquiry, research, creativity, process, communication, and language skills. In addition, students will explore their academic identity--who they are as a reader, writer, speaker, listener, and thinker. The majority of class time will be dedicated to targeted work on assignments. Students will apply the skills practiced in class to assignments from any of their courses. While the most obvious connection may be to the core English courses, the skills practiced in the corequisite lab can be applied to any college course, life outside college, and later careers. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): ENG101. 0 quarter hours

This is the second course in a three-term sequence of composition courses. It provides a narrower focus on critical thinking, argumentation, and academic research while reinforcing the basic rhetorical standards introduced in Beginning English Composition. Both classic and modern argumentative strategies are presented, along with the foundations of information literacy required for electronic research. This course is grounded in practices of critical text analysis and academic writing that are relevant to the student’s future studies and career. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 101 or equivalent. Co-requisite(s): ENG 201L is required for Pathways students. 5 quarter hours

This is the second course in a two-term sequence of composition courses. Honors Intermediate English Composition is designed to develop students’ abilities to think critically, to read analytically, and to organize and express their ideas clearly and effectively in writing. Students will continue to practice expository writing, persuasive writing, and research work. The class time is split between the classroom and online work, some in an adaptive learning environment. In this honors version of the course, students take a leadership role in guiding discussion in the classroom and implement a real-world social media campaign in their community. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 101 or equivalent. Co-requisite(s): None 5 quarter hours

This corequisite (meaning taken at the same time) class is a structured workshop where students practice broadly useful skills, including information literacy, critical inquiry, research, creativity, process, communication, and language skills. In addition, students will explore their academic identity--who they are as a reader, writer, speaker, listener, and thinker. The majority of class time will be dedicated to targeted work on assignments. Students will apply the skills practiced in class to assignments from any of their courses. While the most obvious connection may be to the core English courses, the skills practiced in the corequisite lab can be applied to any college course, life outside college, and later careers. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): ENG 201. 0 quarter hours

Through formal and informal speaking activities, students develop skills in framing and articulating ideas through speech. Strategies are presented for impromptu speaking, preparing and delivering presentations, formulating persuasive arguments, refining clarity of thought, and enhancing confidence in oral self-expression. Particular emphasis is given to effective topic selection, clarification of goals, organization, preparation and presentation of a variety of speeches. The class time is split between the classroom and online work. Laboratory course is required for Pathways students. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): ENG 203L for Pathways students only. 5 quarter hours

This is the second course in a two-term sequence, following GEN 103H Honors Student Success Colloquium. Honors Public Speaking and Writing is designed to develop student's abilities to think, read, write, listen, and speak critically and analytically, to organize ideas, and to express them clearly and effectively through formal and informal oral and written communication. This course will aid students in developing a public brand and identity by developing an awareness of the communication process and examining a variety of communication contexts. Class time is split between the classroom and online work. Pre-requisite(s): GEN 103H, equivalent, or permission of Undergraduate Honors Program Director or Program Chair. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This lab is designed to develop student communication, research, and presentation skills and competencies covered in ENG 203. Students will summarize and paraphrase written material as well as identify, properly cite, and integrate acceptable sources. Literacy for the Workplace uses career development as its content matter through which to practice the skills of effective speaking. This course completes the first "personal exploration" section of the career arc by focusing on personal strengths and interest assessment, career path exploration, career vision mapping, and workplace communication (written and verbal) and active listening. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): ENG 203. 0 quarter hours

This course focuses on the origins of American Literature beginning with the indigenous peoples and explorers of the sixteenth century through the Colonial, and Romantic periods to the end of the Civil War. It includes a broad range of texts: political essays, songs, narratives, memoirs, myths, poetry, and the emerging American novel, and reflects a broad range of discourse communities representative of the many perspectives and voices within the United States. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 101, ENG 201, or ENG 201H, equivalent, or permission of program chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This is the final course in a sequence of three-term composition courses. Advanced English Composition is designed to build on the foundational practices established in previous composition courses of thinking critically, reading analytically, researching, expressing ideas clearly and coherently in all genres of writing, and using rhetoric to communicate effectively and lead discussions. The class time is split between the classroom and online work, some in an adaptive learning environment. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 101, ENG 201 or equivalent, or permission of chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course focuses on the origins of American Literature beginning with 1865 and continuing through to present day. It includes a broad range of texts: essays, short stories, songs, narratives, memoirs, graphic novels, and poetry, and reflects a broad range of discourse communities’ representative of the many perspectives and voices within the United States. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 101 and ENG 201. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course focuses on the literature of Latinx writers to explore Latinx identities. It includes a broad range of texts from all across the diverse geographical region of Latin America, including the Latinx voices in the United States. Students will read political essays, songs, memoirs, myths, poetry, plays, and novellas that reflect a broad range of discourse and the many perspectives and voices within Latin America. Through this literature, students will explore the indigenous worldview, the impact of colonialism, and Latinx identities in the modern world. The class time is split between the classroom and online work, some in an adaptive learning environment. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 101, ENG 201 or ENG 201H, equivalent, or permission of chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course focuses on the tradition and continuing life of British literature with particular focus on how the tradition of British literature has impacted world literature around the globe through colonialism and post- colonial responses to British literature. Readings will include some canonical works of British literature, as well as later responses to those works as cultural traditions are reinterpreted. It will cover a broad range of genres and a broad range of diverse perspectives. The class time is split between the classroom and online work, some in an adaptive learning environment. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 101, ENG 201 or ENG 201H, equivalent, or permission of chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course is a critical study of the literature of the Black diaspora examined from historical, social, and psychological perspectives. We will examine the social construction of 20th-century Black literature and investigate how authors expressed themselves through various artistic genres as they established a unique identity within an oppressive, racist, gender-biased, and capitalistic society. The class time is split between the classroom and online work, some in an adaptive learning environment. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 101, ENG 201 or ENG 201H, equivalent, or permission of chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course will focus on the analytical skills of close reading, literary interpretation, and oral and written response to literature. Lessons will include how to build text-based arguments and responses, and how to investigate, critique, and formulate new meanings in, within, and beyond a wide variety of literary texts. This course will introduce students to the necessary skills for literary scholarship. The class time is split between the classroom and online work, some in an adaptive learning environment. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 101, ENG 201 or ENG 201H, equivalent, or permission of chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours