ENGL 1001 Chapter : Syllabus Fall 2016
Document Summary
Available at the lsu bookstore: writing analytically with. Rosenwasser & stephen (war on the schedule: first-year student writing. Guide, 3rd edn. , marks et al. (mike on the schedule) At the university and beyond, reading, thinking, and writing are intertwined. In most disciplines and professions, you"ll need to convey facts, ideas, opinions, and recommendations using clear, coherent prose. This course is designed to develop the skills you"ll need to write compellingly at lsu and beyond. By writing often, you"ll become familiar and comfortable with your own writing process. You"ll learn how to prewrite, draft, and revise, both alone and with peers; to make complex, well-supported arguments; and to develop your own writer"s voice. While our readings and discussions will help you to sharpen your critical eye, the class"s many writing opportunities will allow you to explore and share ideas while developing your writing skills. Your grade will be calculated based on the following percentages. (see p. 5 for the grading scale. )
