ENG 1050

ENGL 1050 - Technical Writing for Midwives - 1 cr.

PRE-REQUISITE:

ENGL 1010 or equivalent

DESCRIPTION:

The student will review the writing skills necessary for midwives including creating research papers, practice guidelines, client educational materials, business letters, as well as writing for both general and professional publication. There is a strong emphasis on APA format and style. Students will begin ongoing creation of their ePortfolio.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

At the completion of this course, the students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills in the following areas:

1. Demonstrate and employ correct grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling

2. Compose orderly and lucid writing in multiple styles for various audiences:

• Expository and persuasive writing for a general audience

• Expository and persuasive writing for a professional audience

• Appropriate communication in the online environment

• Efficient and effective communication for internal and external audiences

3. Summarize, analyze, and connect research in original writing

4. Revise, edit, and evaluate the writing of self and others

5. Use a variety of written formats valuable for midwives, including:

• ePortfolio

• practice guidelines

• research article, including summary and review

• professional communication materials

• educational materials/handouts

ASSIGNMENTS:

Formal Letter:

• Letter to Dr. Johannson

Client Handout:

• Nausea and Vomiting

Practice Guideline:

• Hyperemesis Gravidarum