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English 316 Elements of Style
Sample Assignments:
Unit I: introduction to classical and contemporary rhetoric as a basis for analysis and evaluation of writing and style.
Unit II: Study style at the micro-level; that is, study the functions of words, phrases, clauses, sentences, and paragraphs.
Unit III: Analyze style at the macro-level by studying different forms and functions of writing (like academic, creative, popular, and online styles), and study documentation styles across the disciplines.
- Experiment with different writing styles
- Participate in group workshops designed to give practice in analyzing, and ultimately improving, writing styles.
- 5 Essays (Personal, Descriptive, Observation, Persuasive, Analytical)
- End of the semester portfolio (Choose 3 of 5 essays plus self-reflective essay)
- Short writing assignments and exercises
- Writing Journal
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