Practical Writing and Research

Practical Writing and Research

Factual writing of reports, proposals, evaluations, etc. involving research is a social and job skill needed by most adults.  Basic ckills such as understanding purpose, audience, objectivity, criteria, evidence, and clarity may not have been covered in required college composition courses, or not covered adequately with respect to real-world writing needs.  In addition, research skills need constant updating as internet search techniques evolve.

This course provides an opportunity to brush up on college-level factual writing skills and to explore practical research skills in greater depth.  It is designed for the person who has been out of school for a few years and finds that these skills are needed on the job.  Topics covered include how to write clear and engaging narratives, reports, evaluations, position papers, and various types of proposals.

Class Number: PST 559 / ENG 103 / ENG 195

Tuition: $555 (3 professional studies credits) or $1,627.50 (3 undergraduate credits)

Prerequisites: Students should have had at least one college-level writin gcourse and feel comfortable writing in English.

Course Materials:  Ruszkiewicz, John J.  How to Write Anything.  Bedford St. Martin's, 2009.

Location: Online

Instructor: Diane O'Connor

Questions: cpso@gallaudet.edu