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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: English 095
Course Description and Outline


ENG 095: Basic Writing II


2008-2009
Credits 3
Schedule of Classes Fall 2008
Summer 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline English
Academic Division Communications and Fine Arts
Prerequisites none
Transfer Information Courses with numbers below 100: This course is a developmental course that does not apply toward a WNC degree or honors designation and normally does not transfer to a university. Please see a counselor for more information.
I : Catalog Course Description
Provides instruction in basic writing skills including sentence patterns and basic paragraph development. Provides review of grammar, mechanics, punctuation, spelling, and word usage. Some sections of the course may be offered through computer-assisted instruction. Grading: Pass/Fail.
II : Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course the students should be able to:

  • Recognize that how you write is as important as what you write;
  • Identify the essential elements of the sentence;
  • Write sentences that are correct and meaningful;
  • Use punctuation correctly, particularly commas, semicolons, and apostrophes;
  • Recognize and write topic sentences;
  • Develop topic sentences into unified, coherent, detailed paragraphs.
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

Although this course does not fulfill any general education or degreem program requirements, it will assist students toward developing college-level reading, writing, and critical thinking skills and prepare them to succeed in college-level courses.

Sections II and III were prepared on August 15, 2007. Please contact the Communications and Fine Arts division for more information.
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