EL 113 Connections: Specific Study Skills

Students will develop and strengthen their critical reading, thinking, and writing skills. Together, EL113 and WR093 integrate these skills to prepare students for college-level writing.

Credits

Corequisite

WR 093

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Develop critical reading and thinking skills for academic success in writing within the context of a liberal education. Develop the ability to engage in and value a respectful and free exchange of ideas
2. Develop and apply a variety of reading strategies for college-level inquiry, learning, and thinking
3. Develop time management and goal setting strategies for successful college-level writing
4. Develop such critical thinking skills as synthesis and analysis as they pertain to writing
5. Develop information literacy skills required for college-level writing including locating, evaluating, and using source material (in print or online)