Course
Description
This course emphasizes expository and argumentative writing, critical
reading, and the use of research techniques. You will be required to
complete a documented research paper in conventional format. The
catalyst for student essays will be critical reading of essays and
literature from the textbook.
Course
Content
English 1A is an essay-oriented course. Students will write essays in
a variety of types, especially argumentative essays, based on current
events, discussion, and readings from the text. Literature will be
introduced for analysis. You will be expected to write essays in a
timely manner and complete an eight-page research paper. A common
final requiring a coherent essay in response to a reading will be
prepared and board graded by the English 1A instructor