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2015-2016 Academic Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

WRT 195-01 - Introductory Special Topic: Writing Principles for Multilingual Writers

2 credits (Fall)
This course expands upon the basic principles of writing that are taught in WRT 101  by focusing on the needs of multilingual writers. We will address essential skills for any writer, such as crafting thesis statements, organizing body paragraphs, using quoted evidence, developing introductions and conclusions, and revising essays effectively. In addition, we will discuss topics specific to non-native English speakers, such as idioms, parts of speech, secondary source use, and thesis-driven organizational style.

Prerequisite: None.
Note: Dates: September 15 to November 19. 1/2 semester deadlines apply.
Instructor: McGovern