English
Development of
basic skills evolving from reading and discussion of various kinds of writing.
Emphasis placed on composing a thesis statement with supporting paragraphs.
Examination of usage and grammatical problems most troublesome to students.
Demonstration of abilities in a short research paper. Students will be required
to word process. (Fall, Spring)
Further
development of the principles and practices of effective writing. Emphasis on
academic writing and on the development of a personal style suitable to a
student’s pre-professional needs. Work on elements of argumentative writing
and advanced research skills. Pre-requisite ENG 101
(Spring)
This course will
cover interpersonal and group communications as they relate to the work
environment. Students will be expected to demonstrate competencies through
successful application of speaking and listening skills. Other topics covered
include developmental needs, resolving conflict, cross-cultural relations,
becoming an effective leader, positive political skills, and customer
satisfaction skills. (Fall, Spring)
ENG 150 Theatre Appreciation 3 cr
This
survey course serves as an investigation of the Theatre as a form of artistic,
social, and human expression. The
various components of theatre – play form and structure, acting, scenic
elements, etc. will be discussed and analyzed. (Fall)
Examines
literature by and about Native American people.
The students will read novels, short stories, and poetry by Native
American authors. Students will be
made aware of how this literature differs from traditional Western literature in
content and theme. Traditional
stories that contemporary Native American literature is based on will also be
covered.. (Fall)
This course is designed as an
introduction to the basic concepts of speech communication with experiences in
oral expression and listening. Public
speaking and critical listening are emphasized, but other levels of
communication are studied and practiced. (Fall, Spring)
ENG 222
Creative Writing 3 cr
Writing
descriptions and simple narration of general interest with emphasis on methods
and technique processes, sketches, biography, travel, expanded incident.
Attention is given to development of critical judgment and to individual
interest. A sample from a previous class: Seeing
Beyond Ourselves (Fall)
This class will
survey the prose and poetry suitable for use in the elementary classroom. Students will practice techniques designed to stimulate and
develop sound listening and reading habits in young children.
(Spring)