(3 CREDITS)
The course provides for the review of basic writing skills. Proficiency will be increased in the use of grammar and mechanics. The writing process will be reviewed, evidenced by attention to subject, audience and purpose, and pre-writing, writing and editing skills, in addition to concentration upon the understanding and ability to write fully developed paragraphs and multi-paragraph assignments. The course will also identify and develop different writing styles in some depth and students will demonstrate increased self-awareness in writing through collaboration with peers, in small groups and independent study.