CE INTRODUCTION TO WRITING 1010 (LA)

Semester - Grade 12

Prerequisite: Eligibility requirements and acceptance to UVU

Concurrent enrollment Introduction to Writing 1010 and Intermediate Writing 2010 is a great way to complete the minimum required writing courses for college. Students complete the requirements for CE Introduction to Writing 1010 in semester one and CE Intermediate to Writing 2010 semester two. Semester one focuses on writing for various audiences and purposes, especially in genres common throughout college. Semester two focuses on the research and long writing process. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive 6 transferable college credits. The following eligibility requirements must be met prior to enrollment in the course: ACT English and Reading scores of 19+, or UVU qualifying exams; must be a senior; B average in completed English courses; registration to UVU. Students must earn a B- or better in CE Introduction to Writing 1010 to stay enrolled in the CE Intermediate to Writing 2010 course second semester.

Essential Standards

Essential Standards

Use appropriate language, grammar, organization, development, and delivery styles appropriate to purpose and audience for formal or informal contexts.

Strategically use visual displays of data and digital media, to convey information and enhance understanding of presentations. (11-12.SL.3)

I Can Statement

I Can Statement

"I can" statements illustrate what students will be able to do as a result of taking this course.

I Can #1

I can use appropriate language, grammar, organization, development, and delivery styles appropriate to purpose and audience for formal or informal contexts.

I can write arguments to support a claim and an analysis of complex topics and texts, using logical reasoning with sufficient supportive evidence and a conclusion that supports the argument.

I Can #2

I can write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content, and provide a conclusion that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.

I can write narrative texts to develop real experiences or events using effective techniques, well-structured event sequences, well-chosen details, and provide a resolution with closure.

I Can #3

I can conduct research projects to craft an argument, answer a question, or provide an analysis.

I can determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

I Can #4

I can cite relevant textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly and draw inferences from the text, including where the text implies ambiguity.

I can delineate and evaluate arguments and specific claims across multiple texts on the same subject, assessing the validity or fallacy of key statements by examining whether the supporting evidence is relevant and sufficient. Recognize when irrelevant evidence is introduced.

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Additional Information

Additional Information

Seniors only. Students will earn 1.0 high school credit and 3.0 UVU credit for this semester-long class.