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"My parents emphasized experiential learning - in my family, being adventurous was a sign of maturity." --Ali Wong, Comedienne, Actress, and Writer
"My parents emphasized experiential learning - in my family, being adventurous was a sign of maturity." --Ali Wong, Comedienne, Actress, and Writer
Course Description
Course Description
Part 1: In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research.
Part 2: This course introduces students to university-level reading and writing, with an emphasis on analysis. Students will closely examine a variety of texts (personal, popular, literary, professional, academic) from culturally diverse traditions. Students will practice common rhetorical strategies used in academic writing and compose clear, well-organized, and well-developed essays with varying purposes and differing audiences, from personal to academic.
5 units
⁉️ Why this course is important to you.
⁉️ Why this course is important to you.
Why are you talking this class? Your answer is probably because it's a requirement. 😉 I know that sometimes English classes don't seem relevant to your real life. My goal is to change that! Reading and writing are skills that can help you with your career but also construct a strong argument that help decide which car to buy or what movie to watch. I hope to make this class relevant to your life outside the classroom. 😃
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Essential Technology & Textbooks
Essential Technology & Textbooks
One of your first assignments in this class is to get the materials. You can buy these at the De Anza College Bookstore or Amazon.com. Please let me know if you need help getting them!
Technology
Technology
🖥 Internet Connection I recommend a Broadband/DSL connection to most effectively view the online videos and participate in video conferences. The college can help you with access if you don't have this!
💻 Computer You will need a computer with a current operating system to logon to Canvas and complete the activities. The college can help you with access if you don't have this!
👩💻 Canvas Student App I recommend this if you are accessing Canvas from a smartphone.
📝 Word Processor You will have assignments in this class that prompt you to use a word processing application. There are numerous options available when it comes to word processing software; Here are links to three free options you may use: Microsoft Office 365 , Google Docs, and Apache Open Office
Books
Books
2 Blue Exam Books: For in-class writing. Looks like this!
📚 Textbook: The Many Deaths of Laila Starr (e-version or hardcopy is ok) Yes, this is a graphic novel!
Important Dates for Spring Quarter
Important Dates for Spring Quarter
For more information, please see the De Anza College Academic Calendar.
First day of the quarter: April 6
Last day to add 12-week classes: April 19
Last day to drop without a "W" grade: April 19
Memorial Weekend Holiday: May 23-25
Last day to drop with a "W": May 29
Final Exams: June 22-26
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