Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SOPH-0030
Version:
3
Organization's ID:
ENG1002
Organization:
SOPHIA Learning, LLC
Location:
Online
Length:
The course is self-paced, and many learners complete it in 4-8 weeks.
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 English Composition II
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to build upon the concepts taught in English Composition I by focusing on a research perspective. In this course, students are introduced to research techniques for academic writing and practice navigating the steps of the research process. Students start by choosing a topic that is meaningful to them and then develop critical research and writing skills, as they prepare to complete a final 6 to 8-page argumentative research essay.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Articulate the purpose and scope of academic writing.
  • Outline an argumentative essay around a thesis statement and secondary academic resources.
  • Complete a first draft of an argumentative essay that is persuasive, evidence-based, and well structured.
  • Demonstrate revision, editing, and proofreading skills to refine and polish a draft into a final draft.

General Topics:

  • Writing and Research
  • Selecting and Analyzing Sources
  • Reading and Thinking Critically
  • Information Literacy
  • Understanding Bias
  • Strategies for Gathering Reliable Information
  • The Research Process
  • Writing a Research Question
  • Planning and Getting Organized
  • Finding and Evaluating Research Sources
  • The Writing Process
  • Formulating a Thesis
  • Outlining and Structuring
  • Components of an Essay
  • What to Include in a First Draft
  • The Importance of Analysis in Persuasive Essays
  • Acknowledging Opposing Ideas and Limits to Your Argument
  • Adding Evidence from Your Research to Your Writing
  • Citing and Referencing Techniques
  • Academic Integrity
  • Revising vs. Editing vs. Proofreading
  • Style and Focus
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers
Supplemental Materials
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