2 Module 1
The purpose of Module One is to get acquainted with the course, engage in an introductory discussion with classmates, and begin completing course assignments. This page outlines the objectives, provides an overview of the module, provides introductory information about the course, and outlines the assignments due for the module.
Objectives
The Module One assignments will guide you toward the following objectives:
- Understand the course objectives and outline
- Prepare for the work of Writing 101 online
- Identify experiences, strengths, and challenges as a writer
Overview
Module One assignments include the following:
- Read through the Syllabus module materials (Welcome message, Course Guidelines, Course Schedule, Discussion Grading, Peer-Review Notes)
- Participate in the introductory class discussion
- Compose and submit literary autobiography
Readings
Aside from introductory course content, no readings are assigned for this module, but it is highly recommended that you begin the Module Two readings and assignments.
A Few Notes about WRT 101
As you will see from reading through the course information located in the Course Guidelines, WRT 101 is geared toward allowing students to develop skills related to critical thinking, analysis, research, argument, and, of course, writing thus, this online WRT 101 course has been structured around three main units that directly reflect the stated objectives. These units include:
- Unit 1: Rhetorical Analysis
- Unit 2: Argument
- Unit 3: Research Argument
Each unit will end with the submission of a final project that reflects the main focus of the unit. Specifically, your project for Unit 1 is a rhetorical analysis essay, your project for Unit 2 is a brief argument essay, and your project for Unit 3 is an extended research argument, which will include an annotated bibliography component.
You will find, as we progress, that the units follow a logical flow: By learning rhetorical strategies in Unit 1, you will be equipped to apply rhetorical strategies to your own essay writing to create written arguments. By learning how to develop and support a written argument, you will be equipped to blend research into a written argument to create an extended, supported written argument. The annotated bibliography will be a step along the way to help you develop research skills and identify credible, persuasive support for your topic.
By the end of the course, you will be able to analyze texts, convey your beliefs through written arguments, and engage in sound, credible research. These skills will be useful as you continue on with your academic and career pursuits. Perhaps you will also find that they will prove useful in other ways. This is often the case, as students tend to find, months or years after completing WRT 101, that the skills they gained in the course helped them in areas like communicating better through email (even gaining jobs and promotions in doing so), knowing when not to trust information