| Detailed Course Description: This course is for strong student writers looking to edge closer to the professional level. It is also for those who understand that any level of writing can be improved upon and benefit from feedback and revision. Keeping in mind that what we call “good writing” may vary depending on the genre, purpose, and audience, we will approach the essay in a variety of forms, including personal narrative, literary analysis, and music review. Our class time will be divided between discussion and analysis of readings, exercises to improve clarity and correctness, various composing and research activities, and peer review. My hope is that you will finish the course as thoughtful and crafty composers, who possess the kind of heightened audience awareness and decision-making skills that distinguish one’s work from the norm. |
