ENG 096A - Basic Writing, Accelerated (3 Credits)

This course is designed to accelerate the writing sequence for students who need ENG 096. Students enroll in ENG 096A and the related ENG 101A section concurrently. Students gain college-level writing skills through a scaffold of instruction and practice in a small group setting. The emphasis varies depending on class needs, but is typically placed on the writing process, organization of ideas, grammatical concerns and ethical research skills. This course is open to students who need ENG 096, but not ENG 095. Lecture Hours: 39. Prerequisite(s): ENG 095 with a grade of “C” or better or an acceptable reading placement test score and an acceptable writing placement test score. Usually offered in the fall and spring.