English

This course concentrates on business correspondence, informal report writing, technical communication, job preparation, and oral presentation. Prerequisite: Placement test. (F, S, Su-O)

An introduction to college-level writing as a process of drafting, revising, and editing. This course emphasizes critical reading, writing, thinking, and research skills as students write for a variety of audiences and purposes. Students will receive guided instruction in the writing process as they begin writing based on personal experiences. An introduction to proper crediting of source material and research will occur toward the end of the course. Prerequisite: Placement test. (F, S, Su, O) ND:ENGL

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Continued practice of college-level writing process and strategies, building on skills learned in English 110. This course refines critical reading, writing, thinking, and research skills. Students will practice summary and analysis of texts, as well as synthesizing information from primary and secondary sources. Writing assignments will emphasize logical argument, persuasion, and collaboration. Major assignments will require proper crediting of source material and research. Prerequisite: English 110. (F, S, Su, O) ND:ENGL

Course created for Tri-College purposes.

Advanced practice in college-level writing which emphasizes writing and research in professional settings. Prerequisite: English 110. (F, S-O, Su-O) ND:ENGL

Assistance in improving English language skills, including listening, speaking, reading and writing for non-native speakers. Also meant to introduce non-native speakers to the culture of the United States through literature, history, music and art. Most important will be the development of spoken English language skills. (F)

A flexible, introductory workshop course that will introduce students to various genres of creative writing including fiction, poetry, drama and many of the genres found in creative nonfiction. This course concentrates on the techniques, the process and the products valuable to writers of creative writing by providing creative literary works for students to read, respond to, and discuss. (S-O) ND:HUM

Introduction to Literature studies conventions and characteristics of three genres of literature (fiction, poetry, and drama) and is particularly recommended for students new to the study of literature. Students study terminology and literary concepts in order to interpret, analyze, and critically evaluate selections from stories, poems, and plays. (As needed) ND:HUM

The study of representative myths, legends, and folklore from various cultures with emphasis upon the literary aspects of myth. Standard Greek and Roman myths will be covered as well as significant myths from other cultures. (S) ND:HUM

This course is an introductory survey of literature for children from infancy through puberty, with emphasis on the analysis of literary characteristics which determine age-appropriateness. Through the readings of picture books. poetry, folklore, fantasy, realistic fiction, biography, and informational books, students will gain an awareness of the history, genre, and theme in children's literature. In their reading, students will also develop a familiarity with important authors and illustrators as they confront such issues as racism, sexism, multiculturalism, and censorship. (F) ND:HUM

World Literature explores the literature of varied cultures from ancient to modern times. Readings include selected works from many cultures, genres, and epochs including selections from India, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. (F-O) ND:HUM

A course designed to meet special departmental needs during new course development. It is used for one year after which time the course is assigned a different number.

A course designed to meet special departmental needs.

Tri-College course

Tri-College course

Course created for Tri-College purposes