ENGL2109W — The Essay
Through focus on the essay form, this course helps writers further develop skills in expository and persuasive writing for a variety of audiences. Work includes reading critically, forming and developing claims, and evaluating the quality and sufficiency of evidence and other forms of support for an argument. Emphasis is placed on process: generation of ideas, development of support, peer-reviewing, conferences, and revision. Readings may include academic, historical, and popular essays.