Writing as Critical Inquiry (WRCI-UF)
WRCI-UF 102 Writing as Critical Inquiry (4 Credits)
Typically offered Fall and Spring
The second in a two-course series, Writing as Critical Inquiry introduces
students to advanced reading, writing, and critical thinking skills with an
explicit emphasis on developing complex and nuanced skills of inquiry. For
each section's specific theme, see your academic advisor or refer to the
Writing as Critical Inquiry Course Section Descriptions on the LS Writing
Program webpage.) The course also introduces more indepth research skills
necessary for academic work and writing beyond academic contexts. After
having learned in Writing as Exploration how to present and interpret or
otherwise respond to different types of subject material—for example,
personal experiences, written and visual texts, objects, public events
and/or social phenomena—students in Writing as Critical Inquiry learn more
complex methods for engaging these skills through individualized,
research-based writing. Writing as Critical Inquiry courses are themed—most
sections devote the semester to a specific realm of inquiry around an
interdisciplinary topic. Each course engages global issues and perspectives
through its theme and, by extension, its reading and writing assignments.
Grading: FAS Graded
Repeatable for additional credit: No
WRCI-UF 9102 Writing as Critical Inquiry (4 Credits)
In writing II, students develop their skills in analysis and argumentation, by exploring the ways in which the ideas of others can be incorporated into their own writing. Students read and discuss longer, more challenging texts; in their own writing, students are expected to incorporate a broad range of primary and secondary sources to develop and support their increasingly complex ideas. Students are familiarized with a wide variety of possible resources at the library and should be comfortable with the mechanics and conventions of the academic research essay. The course continues to encourage in-class participation, collaborative learning, and workshop presentations.
Grading: FAS Graded
Repeatable for additional credit: No