ENG 413: Advanced Writing

In this course students practice producing the longer and substantial essay of several paragraphs. Attention will be given to the process of developing formal argumentative essays and the short research paper. Emphasis will be given to rules of evidence and the methods of presenting it to support the points of view expressed. This should prepare the students to write a term paper of 1250 or more words in which they show their ability to handle the mechanics of research and to synthesize the findings of their readings from secondary sources. In addition, students will be encouraged to write about literature perceptively and in an organized manner.