114 Asian Studies MINOR The Department of English participates in the Asian Studies Minor Program. Students who wish to enroll in this program should indicate their desire to do so with the program coordinator who will help them work out a proper combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog.) ENGLISH COURSES ENGL Lower division course ENGL HU2510 is not recommended for English majors and minois because it may duplicate subject matter in requhed courses ENGL 4520, 4530, 4540, 4620, 4630, 4640, and 4650. ENGL ND0960. Developmental Writing (3) Developing fundamental reading, thinking, and writing skills. Focuses on sentence structure and essay development. ND0960 (non-degree) will not count toward hours required for graduation. ENGL ENIOIO. Introduction to Writing (3) Students will leam about and practice imaginative and expository writing. They will focus on the writing process, on the whole theme, paragraphs, and sentences, and on the interrelationship between reading and writing. Writing assignments will emphasize modes of organization including narration, description, and classification, with content based in on the student's personal experience, feelings, and critical thinking. To enter 1010 the student must have 17 or higher on the ACT English portion, or equivalent. Student must complete English ENIOIO satisfactorily (a grade of "C" or better) before enrolling in English EN2010. ENGL HUl 115. Humanities on the Internet: Culture, Content and Access (3) An introductory course integrating Humanities content with technology and information skills. Students will learn to use the Internet to understand, access and critically evaluate art, literature, music, and other Humanities topics and information. Shong emphasis will be placed on active learning including student writing, group discussion, and oral presentations. Students will complete a research project on a Humanities topic and publish it on the World Wide Web. Students are expected to attend exhibits and performances outside of regularly scheduled class time. Cross listed in Art, COMM, FL, LIBS & THEA. ENGL EN2010. Intermediate Writing (3) Students will build on the skills learned in ENIOIO. They will focus on argumentation/persuasion, critical thinking, and documented research. Special attention will be paid to the reciprocity between reading and writing and the production of well-developed analytical arguments. Students will choose context-specific projects in which they write to real audiences to accomplish specific purposes. Students will also be inhoduced to computer technologies and their impact on writing. Prerequisite: English ENIOIO with "C" grade or better. ENGL 2040. Power Reading (1-3) Principles of speed, comprehension and study application. ENGL 2100. Technical Writing (3) Basic principles of composition applicable to engineering, scientific and technical reports. Prerequisite: ENGL ENIOIO. ENGL HU2200. Introduction to Literature (3) An introduction to three major literary genres, fiction, poetry, and drama, drawn from various cultures and historical periods. Students will leam how to read literary texts closely and critically, and how literature-and reading more generally-can have a meaningful part of their daily lives. ENGL HU2220. Introduction to Fiction (3) An introduction to short stories, novellas, and novels, drawn from various cultures and historical periods. Students will learn how to read fiction carefully and critically, and how fiction can have a meaningful part in their daily lives. ENGL HU2240. Introduction to Poetry (3) An introduction to poetry written in English, drawn from various historical periods. Students will develop the critical and interpretive skills necessary to appreciate the craft of poetry as a valid and important way of talking about human experiences. ENGL 2250. Creative Writing (3) An introductory course to familiarize students with the creative process and increase writing skills in various forms of poetry and prose. ENGL HU2290. Introduction to Drama (3) An introduction to drama from various historical periods and cultures. Students will develop the critical and interpretive skills necessary to analyze and appreciate plays and to recognize their contemporary relevance. ENGL HU2510. Masterpieces of Literature (3) An introduction to select masterworks of a national literature or culture. Students will develop the critical and interpretive skills necessary to analyze various genres (fiction, drama, and poetry) and to reflect on the nature of literary excellence. This course may focus on British, American, or World literatures. ENGL HU/DV2710. Perspectives on Women's Literature (3) The purpose of this class is to introduce students to the rich contributions of women to the field of literature. The course will cover a variety of women writers that may range from the medieval period to the present and will feature literary genres such as fiction, poetry, drama, non-fiction, and journals/diaries. In discussing and writing about these works, students will consider why women were excluded or marginalized in the canon for such a large part of literary history and how society, family, and politics impacted the way theses women wrote. ENGL 2830. Directed Readings (1-3) ENGL 2890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Open to all students in the English Department who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. ENGL 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. ENGL 2920S. Community Service (3) Students will receive an overview of community service and explore opportunities for service learning in the community. A weekly seminar with required readings and writings as necessary and 50 hours of community service. Weber State University 2005 - 2006 Catalog