ENGL 481

Spring 2014 All Classes

All Classes

Credit: 3 OR 4 hours.

Study of the history and theory of written composition. This course explores basic rhetorical principles, various theoretical perspectives in the field of composition/rhetoric, and helps students form practical approaches to the guidance of, response to, and structuring of student writing.

3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: One year of college literature or consent of instructor.

ENGL 481 class schedule data for spring 2014
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
44165
Lecture-Discussion
1G
12:30PM -1:45PM
MW
127 English Building
Schaffner, S
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
01/21/14-05/07/14
Credit:
4 hours
Section Info:
In exploring some of the major theories that inform the teaching of expository writing, we will pay particular attention to the role of innovation in written communication. Can innovation be taught? Should it be? Topics we will explore include: personal writing, the use of writing as punishment, formulaic writing, code switching, writing with images, and YouTube composition.
Restriction(s):
Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
39291
Lecture-Discussion
1U
12:30PM -1:45PM
MW
127 English Building
Schaffner, S
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
01/21/14-05/07/14
Credit:
3 hours
Section Info:
In exploring some of the major theories that inform the teaching of expository writing, we will pay particular attention to the role of innovation in written communication. Can innovation be taught? Should it be? Topics we will explore include: personal writing, the use of writing as punishment, formulaic writing, code switching, writing with images, and YouTube composition.
Restriction(s):
Restricted to English or Rhetoric or Creative Writing major(s) or minor(s). Restricted to Undergrad - Urbana-Champaign.
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