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ENG1113 Composition & Rhetoric I Course Guide

Course Description

A review of the principles of English grammar. Various rhetorical genres of composition are studied and practiced. Parallel readings of professional and student writers are required. Vocabulary development is required.

Textbooks

Writing Matters: a Handbook for Writing and Research (Comprehensive Edition with Exercises) by Rebecca Moore Howard
Call Number: (RSV GEORGE) 808.042 H8481 W
ISBN: 9781260860306
Publication Date: 2022
One copy, located in Reserve area near circulation desk.
The Screwtape Letters (eBook) by C. S. Lewis
ISBN: 9780060652937
Publication Date: 2015
Licensed for one user at a time
The Screwtape Letters (audiobook) by C. S. Lewis; Joss Ackland (Read by)
ISBN: 9780062243737
Publication Date: 2012
Licensed for one user at a time
The Screwtape Letters (CD audiobook) by C.S. Lewis
Call Number: CD 823.912 L673
ISBN: 9781589973244
Publication Date: 2009
Located near the circulation desk in the Nelson Memorial Library
The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis
Call Number: 248.4 L673
ISBN: 9780684831176
Publication Date: 1996
Three copies

Databases

ProCon
The leading source for Pros & Cons of controversial issues.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context Gale's Opposing Viewpoints In Context is the premier online resource covering today's hottest social issues, from capital punishment to immigration to marijuana. This cross-curricular research database supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions. Opposing Viewpoints In Context is a rich resource for debaters and includes pro/con viewpoints, reference articles, interactive maps, infographics, and more. A category on the National Debate Topic provides quick and easy access to content on frequently studied and discussed issues.

Books

Miss Myrtle Frag, the Grammar Nag by LaWanda Bailey
Call Number: 428.2 B155
ISBN: 9781888842197
Publication Date: 2000

Grammar & Writing Help

OWL Purdue - Grammar
These OWL resources will help you use correct grammar in your writing. This area includes resources on grammar topics, such as count and noncount nouns, articles (a versus an), subject-verb agreement, and prepositions. Includes grammar exercises.
OWL Purdue - Writing
These OWL resources will help you with the writing process: pre-writing (invention), developing research questions and outlines, composing thesis statements, and proofreading. While the writing process may be different for each person and for each particular assignment, the resources contained in this section follow the general work flow of pre-writing, organizing, and revising.

ENG1113 Composition & Rhetoric I

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