Fall 2018 Course Syllabi

Dakota College at Bottineau Course Syllabus Course Prefix/Number/Title: ASC 088/15506/ College Writing Preparation Number of credits: 3 cr. Course Description: This course will give students confidence in writing for other college courses and for the workplace. Emphasis is placed on writing that is clearly and simply stated. Students will learn to use correct grammar to write error-free sentences, solid paragraphs, and well-organized essays. Pre-/Co-requisites: none Course Objectives: Students will: • Demonstrate an understanding of the rules of grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and usage. • Write clear, error-free sentences. • Write topic sentences for paragraphs, and use details and examples to support topic sentences in order to create solid paragraphs. • Organize paragraphs into coherent short essays. • Learn and practice revision techniques. Instructor: Linda Conn Office: no office-please reach me by email Office Hours: no office-please reach me by email Phone: no office-please reach me by email Email: linda.conn@ndus.edu Lecture/Lab Schedule: Wednesday 2pm Textbook(s): Axlerod, R.B. (2016). St. Martin’s Guide to Writing. (11 th ed.). Boston, MA: BEDFORD/ST. MARTIN’S.