Writing (WRIT)

500. The Theory and Practice of Tutoring Writers (3:3-1).  Advanced study of the theory and practice of tutoring writers with particular attention to the composing process, theories of learning in a conference setting and rapid analysis of student writing with the goal of engaging student writers in posing solutions to their writing problems.  Prerequisite(s): At least one intensive writing course beyond CRTW 201 and permission of instructor or graduate status.

501. Writing for Electronic Publication (3:3:0).  A discussion of and hands-on workshop in writing for electronic publication, including the rhetorical, contextual and ethical issues involved in creating such publications;  the criteria for evaluating such publications; and the skills needed to create such publications.  Prerequisite(s):  CRTW 201 (co-requisite or prerequisite) or WRIT intensive course or graduate standing.

507. Short Story Writing (3).  An examination of contemporary short fiction and completion of 10,000 words comprising two or four original works.  Prerequisite(s): WRIT 307 or permissions of chair, Department of English.  Notes: Offered in fall and summer.

516. Poetry Writing II (3).  An advanced workshop course similar to WRIT 316 in format. More critical analysis of established poets. Additional work on traditional forms.  Prerequisite(s): WRIT 316 or graduate status or permission of instructor.  Notes: Offered periodically.  May be retaken for additional credit with permission of Chair, Department of English.

530. Script Writing (3).  A workshop course in media script writing with an emphasis on theatre.  Prerequisite(s): CRTW 102.  Notes: Offered odd years in spring.

566. Writing for Science and Technology (3).  Intensive analysis of and preparation to write for publication in the scientific and technical literature.  Intended for advanced students planning careers in science and technology.  Prerequisite(s): WRIT 102 or CRTW 201; and either ENGL 380 or successful completion of a 200-level or higher course in BIOL, CHEM, CSCI, ENVS, GEOG, GEOL, GRNT, NUTR, MATH, PHYS, PSYC, SCIE, or WELL or permission of the instructor or graduate status.  Notes:  Intensive Writing and Intensive Oral Communication course. Offered in spring.

610. Seminar in Composition, Theory and Pedagogy (3).  This course involves intensive analysis of contemporary composition theories, including their historical roots and classroom applications, and will help prepare students to teach composition.

615. Seminar in Writing (3).  An advanced workshop in writing. Topics and types of writing may vary.  Notes: May be retaken for additional credit with permission of chair, Department of English.

616. Summer Writing Institute I (3).  An institute devoted to the exploration of practical and imaginative approaches to teaching the writing process. Notes: May not be retaken.

617. Summer Writing Institute II (3).  An institute devoted to the exploration of practical and imaginative approaches to teaching the writing process.  Notes: May not be retaken.