RHETORIC AND COMPOSITION (RC) 1000: EXPOSITORY WRITING
Course Description
Expository Writing (RC 1000), the first year General Education writing coure, introduces us to the various types of expository essays. This course is designed to instill in us the writing and critical thinking skills necessary for success at the college level. We will work through all stages of the writing process: inventing, drafting, critiquing, revising, editing, and proofreading. Likewise, we will work on different genres of composition, particularly argumentation.
We will work towards developing and practicing personal composition processes. Everyone is expected to be active, engaged learners. More importantly, we will learn through critical reflection to take authority over our own words and ideas and communicate our messages more effectively. A grade of "C" or higher in this course fulfills the English proficiency requirement for anyone entering the Reich College of Education or the Walker College of Business.
Course Theme: "Art + Writing"
From the more traditional examples of art (paintings and sculptures) to more contemporary or academic ones (GIFs/emojis and infographics), art--like writing--takes many forms and can be added to one's arsenal of communication tools.
In this specific RC 1000 course, we will explore how we can use art-making within our writing as a means of further representing and conveying our thoughts and ideas in a more authentic and pure form. While art cannot fully replace writing in academia, it definitely can add to what we--as human-beings--have to say, which is what I hope you will take away from this course and be able to apply it in some way here at hte university and, potentially, your everyday life.
It is important to note that, though we will be engaging in art-making this semester, prior experience or skill is NOT required and should not be considered a potential hindrance in the successful completion of this course.
Course Description
Expository Writing (RC 1000), the first year General Education writing coure, introduces us to the various types of expository essays. This course is designed to instill in us the writing and critical thinking skills necessary for success at the college level. We will work through all stages of the writing process: inventing, drafting, critiquing, revising, editing, and proofreading. Likewise, we will work on different genres of composition, particularly argumentation.
We will work towards developing and practicing personal composition processes. Everyone is expected to be active, engaged learners. More importantly, we will learn through critical reflection to take authority over our own words and ideas and communicate our messages more effectively. A grade of "C" or higher in this course fulfills the English proficiency requirement for anyone entering the Reich College of Education or the Walker College of Business.
Course Theme: "Art + Writing"
From the more traditional examples of art (paintings and sculptures) to more contemporary or academic ones (GIFs/emojis and infographics), art--like writing--takes many forms and can be added to one's arsenal of communication tools.
In this specific RC 1000 course, we will explore how we can use art-making within our writing as a means of further representing and conveying our thoughts and ideas in a more authentic and pure form. While art cannot fully replace writing in academia, it definitely can add to what we--as human-beings--have to say, which is what I hope you will take away from this course and be able to apply it in some way here at hte university and, potentially, your everyday life.
It is important to note that, though we will be engaging in art-making this semester, prior experience or skill is NOT required and should not be considered a potential hindrance in the successful completion of this course.