ENGL 100

This university writing course introduces students to foundational strategies for critical reading, analytical thinking, and clear writing. Through the exploration of topical questions in local and global contemporary culture, the course teaches core skills for active reading and discussion, and provides students with opportunities to write in a range of forms and genres from blog posts to critical analysis to research projects. Revision and detailed individual feedback are fundamental components of the course. Modules on research literacy are taught in collaboration with the university library. Modules on editing, revision, and digital literacy are taught in collaboration with the Capilano Writing Centre. Section information text: <strong>Course Description: </strong>This university writing course introduces students to foundational strategies for critical reading, analytical thinking, and clear writing. Through the exploration of topical questions in local and global contemporary culture, the course teaches core skills for active reading and discussion, and provides students with opportunities to write in a range of forms and genres from blog posts to critical analysis to research projects. Revision and detailed individual feedback are fundamental components of the course. Modules on research literacy are taught in collaboration with the university library. Modules on editing, revision, and digital literacy are taught in collaboration with the Capilano Writing Centre. <br/><strong>Note: </strong>ENGL 100 is an approved Literacy course for Cap Core requirements. Students with an IELTS Academic score lower than 7.0 or a Duolingo English Test score lower than 130 are strongly recommended to take ENGL 112 before enrolling in ENGL 100.<br/><strong>Reg Notes: </strong> A qualifying EDT score, an LPI score or an exemption as outlined in the university calendar is required for any first year Arts & Sciences English course, excluding ENGL 112.<br/><strong>