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ENG 101 Composition I

In this course, students will develop the critical thinking, writing, and research skills necessary to compose academic essays and respond to, summarize, and evaluate diverse texts. Students will develop rhetorical strategies and apply the writing process to compose for a variety of purposes and audiences. An additional focus will be on locating, integrating, and accurately referencing various sources of information to develop evaluative skills.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: (Test scores or ENG 011 or ENG 011 concurrent) and SSC 100 or concurrent

See Course Syllabus

Course Number and Title:

ENG 101 Composition I

Campus Location

  • Georgetown
  • Wilmington
  • Stanton
  • Dover

Effective Date

2026-51

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: (Test scores or ENG 011 or ENG 011 concurrent) and SSC 100 or concurrent

Course Credits and Hours

3 credit(s)

3 lecture hours/week

0 lab hours/week

Course Description

In this course, students will develop the critical thinking, writing, and research skills necessary to compose academic essays and respond to, summarize, and evaluate diverse texts. Students will develop rhetorical strategies and apply the writing process to compose for a variety of purposes and audiences. An additional focus will be on locating, integrating, and accurately referencing various sources of information to develop evaluative skills.

Additional Materials

None

Required Text(s)

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Disclaimer

None

Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Employ active reading strategies to annotate a text. (CCC 1, 2, 5)

  2. Apply critical reading and thinking strategies by identifying and evaluating evidence, credibility, and language in texts. (CCC 1, 2, 5)

  3. Compose organized, coherent, and well-developed academic texts. (CCC 1, 2, 4, 5)

  4. Develop information literacy skills by navigating library databases, analyzing research, and documenting information from academic secondary sources. (CCC 1, 2, 4, 5)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Employ active reading strategies to annotate a text.

    1. Identify and explain the main idea and key supporting points.

    2. Identify and explain purpose and audience.

  2. Apply critical reading and thinking strategies by identifying and evaluating evidence, credibility, and language in texts.

    1. Examine evidence in terms of relevance, sufficiency, and accuracy.

    2. Examine context, assumptions, biases, value judgments, and worldviews of both the reader and the author.

    3. Identify and examine rhetorical elements such as tone, connotative and figurative language, and the use of ethos, pathos, and logos in a text.

  3. Compose organized, coherent, and well-developed academic texts.

    1. Use a writing process that includes pre-writing, drafting, instructor and/or peer feedback, and revision to produce written essays with thesis statements and appropriate use of standard English.

    2. Incorporate rhetorical strategies in writing.

    3. Construct arguments by examining sources, evidence, and logic.

    4. Summarize, paraphrase, and quote sources as appropriate for the writing task.

  4. Develop information literacy skills by navigating library databases, analyzing research, and documenting information from academic secondary sources.

    1. Use keywords to develop searching skills.

    2. Utilize a standardized library evaluation tool.

    3. Format essays according to APA standards including citations and references.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Assignments

Evaluation Measure (Formative/Summative) and Percentage of Final Grade

Total

Summary & Response Writing

Formative: Plans, Drafts, and/or Revisions for Summary & Response Writing

5%

15%

Summative: Summary & Response Writing

Two to three (2-3) pages

Evaluated through the use of a collegewide rubric

10%

Researching and Integrating Sources

Formative: Plans, Drafts, and/or Revisions for Researching and Integrating Sources

5%

15%

Summative: Researching and Integrating Sources Document

One to two (1-2) pages

Evaluated through the use of a collegewide rubric

10%

Analysis Writing

Formative: Plans, Drafts, and/or Revisions for Analysis Writing

10%

30%

Summative: Analysis Writing

One (1) or two (2) instructor approved sources: two to four (2-4) pages

Evaluated through the use of a collegewide rubric

20%

Critical Evaluation Writing

Formative: Plans, Drafts, and/or Revisions for Critical Evaluation Writing

15%

40%

Summative: Critical Evaluation Writing

Minimum of two (2) academic sources: four to six (4-6) pages

Evaluated through the use of a collegewide rubric

25%

Total:

35% Formative

65% Summative

100%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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