English Composition I
$225.00
In this course, students will learn to apply the rhetorical situation to different essay types, including narrative, comparative, cause/effect, and argumentative essays. Guided by the lessons and examples throughout the course, students will use rhetorical techniques to craft four original essays. Students will brainstorm and research topics, learn to properly cite academic sources, and practice drafting, revising, and submitting final essays. This course allows students to use generative AI as a tool for receiving feedback on essays drafts. Students will use AI-generated suggestions to revise their writing, and the final product will be an original essay of their own words.
English Composition I: Language and Composition provides an introduction to college-level writing and covers the basics of composition including (1) types of essays, (2) how to analyze essay writing, and (3) how to prewrite and edit essays.
Additional information
| Credit Hours | 3 |
|---|---|
| University Options | Allen University, Hannibal-LaGrange University, Iowa Wesleyan University, Jacksonville University, Lane College, McMurry University, Mid-America Christian University, Oklahoma Christian University, Salem University |
Technological Requirements
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PC
Hardware
- Intel Core 2 Duo (or AMD 64×2 Dual-Core) processor
- 1 GB RAM
- 80 GB hard drive
- 1024×768 resolution monitor
- Soundcard with microphone and speakers
- Built-in or external webcam
- Broadband internet connection with speeds of at least 2 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload. Hot spots are not recommended. Test internet speed at: http://www.speedtest.net
- Browser with pop-up blocker disabled
Software
- Windows 7 or above
Mac
Hardware
- Intel Core 2 Duo (or AMD 64×2 Dual-Core) processor
- 1 GB RAM
- 80 GB hard drive
- 1024×768 resolution monitor
- Soundcard with microphone and speakers
- Built-in or external webcam
- Broadband internet connection with speeds of at least 2 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload. Hot spots are not recommended. Test internet speed at: http://www.speedtest.net
- Browser with pop-up blocker disabled
Software
- Mac OS 10.6 “Snow Leopard” or above
Age Requirement:
Students must be at least 13 years old
Identification Requirement:
Must have a government-issued or school-issued photo ID