This course provides the skills necessary for success in college English courses. Topics include reading and writing processes and strategies, such as critical thinking, text analysis, idea development, and application of writing conventions. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze readings and produce unified, coherent, well-developed paragraphs and essays using appropriate document design and standard written English while developing positive academic habits, learning strategies, and a growth mindset.
| Competencies |
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| 1. Comprehend professional and academic readings. |
| 2. Apply the writing process to compose unified, coherent, well-developed paragraphs and essays. |
| 3. Evaluate ideas and information. |
| 4. Use conventions of standard written English. |
| 5. Employ technology ethically and appropriately when composing writing assignments. |
- Teacher: Dacia Murphy