Winter 2009 Upper Divison Course Offerings

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Writing 159—Grammar for Tutors and Teachers

Instructor: Krusoe,N.

This course examines English grammar from a pedagogical perspective, emphasizing structures, patterns, and conventions of written English that commonly challenge basic writers. Students learn strategies for helping multilingual and other writers improve their writing skills by increasing their awareness of grammar.

This course is required of peer writing assistants who have not previously taken it and who are serving as tutors for Writing 20 students.

Writing 161—Academic Writing and Research Methods

Instructor: Weaver,A.L.

This course introduces students in any major to library and field research methods and provides instruction and practice in writing from research, addressing issues such as voice, argument, and documentation. Students write four lengthy essays and do considerable informal writing. Transfer students are especially encouraged to enroll.

This course satisfies the Writing Intensive (W) General Education requirement. Satisfaction of the C2 requirement is a prerequisite. Limited to 20 students.