While WRIT 125 covers the basics of academic essay writing, WRIT 225 will allow students to work on more complex types of assessments in academic writing. A basic understanding of essay-writing is therefore required and expected at the same time.
WRIT 225 invites students to expand their skills and try their hand at a variety of writing forms organized into four modules: Critical Thinking and Writing, Research Skills, Reflecting Writing Skills, and Presentation Skills. Within each module, Students will be able to choose their individual assessments, which include but are not limited to critical reviews, lab reports, and reflective essays. Learning will also be facilitated through peer feedback and discussion activities.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to write for a range of audiences in both academic and workplace environments
- Consolidated knowledge of the mechanics of writing such as grammar, syntax, diction, and sentence structure
- Developed and applied critical thinking skills through writing, constructive peer evaluation, and online discussion
- Strengthened teamwork skills by working in the online community to create writing that communicates a message to a larger audience
Readings
- John J. Ruszkiewicz (4th edition). How to Write Anything: A Guide and Reference with Readings. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's.
Assessment
- 5% - Critical Thinking Discussion Activity
- 15% - Choice of: Website Analysis OR Critical Review OR Position Paper
- 15% - Grammar Test
- 10% - Annotated Bibliography Peer Feedback Activity
- 15% - Choice of: Research Proposal OR Lab Report OR Informational Interview
- 5% - Reflective Thinking Peer Discussion Activity
- 15% - Choice of: Personal Essay OR Travel Writing OR Writing Portfolio
- 15% - PowerPoint Presentation (Group)
- 5% - Reflective Response (Individual)
*Evaluation Subject to Change*
Live Sessions
This course has required live sessions (e.g. webinars, synchronous activities). Please consult the Timeline in the first week of class.
