ENG 1304
Thinking, Writing and Research
Baylor University
Spring 2014, Fall 2015, Spring 2016
Face-to-face format

A course designed to teach students to gather and evaluate information from a variety of sources and to incorporate ideas from these sources into the writing of a research paper. In addition, the course explores the techniques of persuasive and critical writing.
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Syllabus

Unit I: Learning to Converse
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Summary and Response Essay Description
Sample student work available upon request

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Unit II: Defining the Conversation
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Toulmin Analysis Essay Description
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​Unit III: Understanding the Conversation
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Rogerian Essay Description
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Unit IV: Joining the Conversation
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Researched Position Essay Description
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