Course Synopsis
This course introduces students to critical reading and writing skills. Students are expected to read and respond critically to academic materials. This course will also provide opportunities for students to develop their academic writing skills in producing technical papers.
Course Learning Outcomes
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Apply reading strategies to respond to different genres of academic materials.
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Produce technical papers using the correct conventions.
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Demonstrate equal responsibility when working in groups or assigned task.
References:
- Anderson, P.V. (2014). Technical communication : a reader-centered approach. Boston : Cengage Learning.PE1475 .A52 2014
- Fairbairn, G. J. (2011). Reading, writing and reasoning: A guide for students. Maidenhead: Open University Press, 2011. LB2395 .F34 2011.
- Jordan, R. R. (2003). Academic writing course: Study skills in English (3rd ed.). Essex: Longman. PE1408 .J67 2003.
- Langan, J. (2011). College writing skills (8th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill. PE1471 .L36 2011.
- Lewis, J. (2002) Reading for academic success: Reading and strategies. Boston: Houghton Mifflin. 3 .L48 2002.
- Metcalfe, M. (2006). Reading critically at university. Los Angeles: Sage. 3 .M47 2006.
- Smith, L. C. (2005). Exploring content 1 : Reading for academic success. White Plains, NY: Longman. PE1122 .S64 2004.
