ENGL 1301 - Composition I

Credits: 3

Intensive study of and practice in writing processes, from invention and researching to drafting, revising, and editing, both individually and collaboratively. Emphasis on effective rhetorical choices, including audience, purpose, arrangement, and style. Focus on writing the academic essay as a vehicle for learning, communicating, and critical analysis. Note: ENGL 1301 is a pre-requisite for all 2000-level literature courses.

Lecture: 3
Lab: 0
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate score on TSI/ACT/SAT/STAAR, INRW 0420, Grade of C or better in ELA College Prep course from participating ISDs with lower scores on these placement exams, this course (ENGL 1301) can be taken concurrently with the INRW 0300 or ESOL 0370 .
Note: Core Curriculum Course.