Composition (EN)
Classes I have taken at Weber State University:
English 1010 - Introductory College Writing
Students will learn about and practice imaginative and expository writing. They will focus on the writing process, on the whole theme, paragraphs, and sentences, and on the interrelationship between reading and writing. Writing assignments will emphasize modes of organization including narration, description, and classification, with content based in on the student's personal experience, feelings, and critical thinking.
Writing assignments will be posted soon.
Writing assignments will be posted soon.
English 2010 - Intermediate College Writing
Students will build on the skills learned in EN1010. They will focus on argumentation/persuasion, critical thinking, and documented research. Special attention will be paid to the reciprocity between reading and writing and the production of well-developed analytical arguments. Students will choose context-specific projects in which they write to real audiences to accomplish specific purposes. Students will also be introduced to computer technologies and their impact on writing.
Writing assignments will be posted soon.
Reflection
One of my favorite assignments in my English 2010 class was being asked to go to a protest or political rally. The teacher did not care what the event was for, how many people were involved (it could have been just me), or where it took place. She wanted us to become more aware of the grassroots level of democracy. I was able to attend a rally in downtown Ogden that was protesting the building of a tram or gondola ride from downtown Ogden up to the Snowbasin Ski Resort in the Ogden Valley. I was surprised at how organized the event was. There were about 45 people in front of the large 1930's City building. Each were given a sign and were shouting lines that were lead by a leader. There were a few "support" people that gave out water, brought in lunch and helped keep people happy as the protest lasted about 5 hours. Later in the afternoon, one of the city council members came out and spoke to the crowd to lots of cheers. After the council member spoke, the people were even more enthused and others joined the protest. I feel very strongly about our rights of freedom of speech and assembly and really enjoyed seeing these in action for a cause many people were passionate about. As I worked in government, I was keenly aware I was a "servant" of the people because of this opportunity.
Writing assignments will be posted soon.
Reflection
One of my favorite assignments in my English 2010 class was being asked to go to a protest or political rally. The teacher did not care what the event was for, how many people were involved (it could have been just me), or where it took place. She wanted us to become more aware of the grassroots level of democracy. I was able to attend a rally in downtown Ogden that was protesting the building of a tram or gondola ride from downtown Ogden up to the Snowbasin Ski Resort in the Ogden Valley. I was surprised at how organized the event was. There were about 45 people in front of the large 1930's City building. Each were given a sign and were shouting lines that were lead by a leader. There were a few "support" people that gave out water, brought in lunch and helped keep people happy as the protest lasted about 5 hours. Later in the afternoon, one of the city council members came out and spoke to the crowd to lots of cheers. After the council member spoke, the people were even more enthused and others joined the protest. I feel very strongly about our rights of freedom of speech and assembly and really enjoyed seeing these in action for a cause many people were passionate about. As I worked in government, I was keenly aware I was a "servant" of the people because of this opportunity.