ENG 22 - Introduction to Expository Writing

Course Description

  • Prerequisite: ENG 20B & C & D & E OR "C" or higher in ESL 11 & 13 & 14 & 17 OR placement in ENG 22

Intensive study of structure, usage, and vocabulary of English as a necessary prelude to effective writing. Emphasis is placed on the development of the paragraph to communicate ideas in short papers. Students are encouraged to exercise critical thinking and clear, correct language in their written communications.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of ENG 22, the student will be able to:

  • Use the computer as a tool to compose, edit, and proofread writing.
  • Produce writing that utilizes the multiple-draft process: prewriting, generating ideas,
    developing specific details and support, organizing, revising, editing, and proofreading.
  • Produce writing with various rhetorical presentations: for example, description, illustration, comparison/contract, and argumentation.
  • Write cohesive paragraphs that contain a topic sentence, supporting ideas, transitions, and a concluding sentence.
  • Write short essays that include an introductory paragraph, supporting paragraphs, and a conclusion.
  • Write correct, complete sentences, using a variety of sentence patterns.
  • Write with the correct use of grammar and diction appropriate to college level writing.
  • Demonstrate basic research skills, such as basic citations of sources.
  • 9. Demonstrate the ability to read and think analytically, as well as the ability to respon in writing to essays, articles, and works of literature