Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
OOSL-0006
Version:
5
Organization's ID:
ENG102
Organization:
StraighterLine
Location:
Online
Length:
14 weeks (75 hours)
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 English Composition II
Description

Objective:

English 102 builds upon foundational writing skills to develop students' abilities in research-based argumentative writing. This course emphasizes the creation of well-reasoned, evidence-supported arguments addressing complex issues through critical engagement with scholarly sources. Students will learn effective research methodologies, evaluate source credibility, synthesize multiple perspectives, and craft cohesive academic arguments following MLA style standards. English 102 prepares students for advanced writing challenges by focusing on logical reasoning, strategic rhetoric, counterargument development, and effective communication through appropriate academic language, style,and mechanics.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Develop effective claim-driven arguments supported by logical reasoning, credible evidence, and appropriate rhetorical strategies
  • Apply research methodologies to locate, evaluate, and integrate scholarly sources into academic writing
  • Analyze and synthesize information from multiple sources to develop informed perspectives on complex issues
  • Design and execute structured outlines that effectively organize ideas and evidence in support of argumentative claims
  • Create properly formatted academic documents following MLA documentation standards for in-text citations and Works Cited pages
  • Evaluate source credibility and relevance to develop annotated bibliographies that support research goals
  • Construct effective counterarguments and rebuttals that demonstrate critical engagement with opposing viewpoints
  • Reflect on personal research processes to identify learning strategies and intellectual growth
  • Refine research focus and writing through progressive development of ideas across multiple assignments
  • Communicate effectively through appropriate language, style, and mechanics in academic contexts

General Topics:

  • Checkpoint 1: Rhetorical Analysis Capstone 1: Research Topic Brainstorm Capstone 2: Annotated Bibliography Capstone 3: Research Proposal Capstone 4: Research Outline Capstone 5: Research Argument
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Written Papers
Supplemental Materials
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