- go to bookstore or purchase books online. ISBNs you will need were given in class but reproduced here:
Lester: 032142610X Principles of Writing Research Papers 2nd ed
Lukeman: 9780393060874 and 039306087X A Dash of Style
Hacker: 0312406843
- think about research paper topic
- open a UCC library account and be able to access online databases and check out books
- purchase a 3-ring looseleaf notebook with dividers
- make a bookmarks file on your computer and bookmark this blog
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The instructor introduced herself and told about her background with the English language. For those of you who missed this part, see the background provided at this site.
We went over what the course is about. It is about taking a position and being able to document it in writing. We also discuss literature, particularly poetry and drama. Students were shown a Grade Tracking Sheet (link to document to appear here after 6 p.m. this evening) and this outlines the projects for the class.
We will go over the syllabus at an upcoming class. If you want to read the syllabus in advance, here it is: (link after 6 p.m.)
