Composition I S1 (MCC Engl-151) teaches the fundamentals of effective writing combined with the reading of selected texts. Students read and write narrative, descriptive, expository, and argumentative prose with emphasis on clear, concise expression of ideas. This course requires advanced reading and intermediate writing. There is continued emphasis and increased rigor in the progressive development of skills identified in the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts (11-12). Students will be assessed, in part, through the use of regular district-wide benchmark assessments. This course includes special emphasis on project-based learning opportunities, synthesis skills, and independent learning strategies. Per MCC guidelines, students are required to write 4000 words in Engl-151.

Composition II S2 (MCC Engl- 152) builds on the knowledge and skills gained in Composition I. Students continue to practice essay writing with a focus on research papers supported by scholarly evidence as well as the critical analysis of literature. This course requires advanced reading and advanced writing. There is continued emphasis and increased rigor in the progressive development of skills identified in the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts (11-12). Students will be assessed, in part, through the use of regular district-wide benchmark assessments. This course includes special emphasis on project based learning opportunities, synthesis skills, and independent learning strategies. Per MCC guidelines, students are required to write 5000 words in Engl-152.