Composition I

In this course we will focus on two major aspects of communicative
writing: (1) writing in and for “academia” and (2) writing in and for the world
outside of the academic institution. While the major focus of this course will
be refining your writing in both grammar and style, your assignments are
designed to help you as a first year writing student at the university, but
also as a participant in the larger community.

 

This is a writing intensive course. Writing assignments will include: (1)
Response to film, (2) Literature Review, (3) Argumentative Paper with Research,
(4) Letter for Change, (5) Cover letter, and (6) Resume. Other in-class work
includes small writing assignments, peer workshopping, and class discussion.

 

Breakdown:

Attendance                 15%

Film Response            15%

Literature Review       15%

Argumentative Paper  20%

Letter for Change        10%

Cover Letter                10%

Resume                       10%

Grammar Quizzes        5%

 

Required texts:

Your reading list will be available through Laulima and other Internet
sources.

YOU MUST HAVE INTERNET ACCESS TO TAKE THIS COURSE.