English and CommunicationThe Power of Persuasion
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Explore how persuasive writing strengthens important professional skills like communication and problem solving by focusing on the research process. Take this self-paced, online course via laptop, table
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ACE Credit®-recommended for 3.0 semester credits
Course description
This course focuses on the research process. Students will learn how to effectively source information using proper research techniques, beginning by crafting a research question and culminating in a 6-8 page persuasive essay that will influence others to adopt or change a particular perspective. Students will also explore how persuasive writing strengthens important professional skills including communication, problem solving, and innovation skills. Students who have previously taken English Composition II should not enroll in this course.
Assessments and grading
This is a pass/fail course. You must complete 10 Challenges (formative assessments) and 6 Touchstones (project-based or written assessments) with an overall score of 70% or better.
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