ENGL 005C - Writing about Writing and Research Cohort

Lower Division

Prerequisites
A grade of at least C- in ENGL 004C.

English 005C is a cohort writing course, meaning students take ENGL 004C and 005C in consecutive semesters with the same professor and students. English 005C builds on the study of writing and reflective practice to further develop information evaluation and research practices and the rhetorical and critical thinking skills needed to structure complex arguments. In addition, students practice evaluating sources, exploring arguments through library research, and conducting research. Through a scaffolded process, students write and revise two or more essays, at least one of which is a substantial research essay of 8-12 pages that presents an extended argument. This course prepares students for the Writing in the Disciplines courses that they will encounter in their major. It requires the completion of at least 5,000 words of formal writing, and an additional 2,500 words of informal writing practice.

Course credits: 1