GENG 1193 - Academic English II

3 Credit Hours

Continuation of sentence structure and grammatically with a view to the expansion of sentences into paragraphs and coherent and cohesive text. Introduction to semantics (discrete meanings of words in context) and word choice (proper word for one’s intended meaning). Continuation of the use of the Verb System and how verbal tense, aspect, voice, and mood impact the semantics of a text. Introduction to the use of transitions and the manipulation of punctuation to alter meaning. Introduction to the APA system of citation for academic writing. Training in the editing and proofreading of written text. Students must earn a grade of “C-” or better in order to receive credit in this course.

Prerequisite: GENG 1093.

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