Course Description: ENG 122 expands and refines the objectives of English Composition I. The course emphasizes critical/ logical thinking and reading, problem definition, research strategies, and writing analytical, evaluative, and/or persuasive papers that incorporate research.

Standard Competencies:

• Define, discuss, and apply various research strategies, including the following: defining problems; gathering and summarizing information; and analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating data and multiple viewpoints.
• Plan, write, and revise papers, including at least one that is researched and appropriately documented.
• Extend the critical/logical thinking and reading skills - developed in English Composition I (ENG 121) - and apply those skills to more complex assignments.
• Practice language skills developed in English Composition I (ENG 121) and apply those skills to more complex assignments. Demonstrate the ability to select and apply contemporary forms of technology to solve problems or compile information.