ENG090
Preview: ENG090 Writing Fundamentals :
Course Guide
Prerequisites
Course Description
Instructional Materials
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This course emphasizes the principles of writing coherent expository paragraphs and essays. The
course introduces the concept of writing as process that includes prewriting, a writing, revising, and
reflecting. Audience analysis, topic selection, and thesis support and development are also central to
the course. The course develops proficiency in Edited Standard Written English (ESWE) through
reinforcing clear understanding of a parts of speech, punctuation, and mechanics. Credit for this course
is not applicable toward graduation and is not offered for academic credit. A grade of "C" or better is
required for placement into ENG 115.
Required Resources
John Langan. 2019. Clear Thinking and Writing. <ENG090> Soomo Learning webtext available at
https://www.strayerbookstore.com
Optional Resources
Pearson ELT. 2015. Longman Dictionary of American English. Pearson Education.
Elaine P. Maimon. 2019. A Writer’s Resource: A Handbook for Writing and Research. McGraw-Hill.
Online Resources Available Through the Strayer Library
For your convenience, the optional online resource is available in the Strayer Library at no cost. Links
to the online library resources also are available in Blackboard via the Course Info You page. may also
search by title in the online Strayer Library .
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Course Learning Outcomes
Weekly Course Schedule
W 1 - T D L
Learn: Read Chapter 1 and complete the activities in the webtext.
Discuss: Introduce yourself and complete the discussion, Embracing Changes and Challenges.
W 2 - T D L
Learn: Read Chapter 2 and complete the activities in the webtext.
Discuss: Complete the discussion, Exploring Thesis Statement. a
W 3 - T D L
