Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
PLNS-0028
Organization's ID:
PLNS-0028
Organization:
Pearson
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
12 -- 15 weeks (122.1 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 English Composition Ii
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to build on lessons learned in English Composition I. In addition to reviewing the writing process, students learn research techniques, citation techniques, documentation formats, and critical analysis of written topics.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Apply research strategies and methods for finding information
  • Critique writing samples in terms of style and substance
  • Describe the various information sources available for research
  • Differentiate between the writing styles required by the different disciplines
  • Compose an essay and research paper using appropriate research and citation methods
  • Differentiate between the MLA, APA, and Chicago style guides

General Topics:

  • Understanding research
  • Research strategy
  • Live sources
  • Working with sources
  • Tools and strategies for avoiding plagiarism
  • Organizing an essay
  • Revising and editing strategies
  • MLA, APA, and Chicago documentation styles
  • Writing styles and formats
  • Writing in the humanities
  • Writing in the social sciences
  • Writing in the applied sciences
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials