68 courses with the subject ENGL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ENGL 071High Beginner Listening and Speaking for Non-Native Speakers of English3
This is the high-beginner level course and first in a three-part series of academic listening/speaking courses for second language learners of English. This course gives students an introduction to using English orally in everyday and academic settings, including college-level courses. Students will listen to simplified academic lectures in college c
ENGL 072Intermediate Listening and Speaking for Non-Native Speakers of English3
This is the second in a three-part series of academic Listening/Speaking for second language learners of English. Students will listen to short authentic academic lectures on college content areas and general topics and learn note-taking skills. In addition, students will explain and present information on academic topics with intermediate level accu
ENGL 073Advanced Listening and Speaking for Non-Native Speakers of English3
This is the advanced course and last in a three-part series of academic Listening/Speaking for second language learners of English. Students will listen to authentic academic lectures on college content areas and learn note-taking skills. In addition, students will explain and present information on academic topics with advanced-level accuracy in pro
ENGL 081High Beginning Reading for Non-Native Speakers of English3
The reading component of the first in a series of integrated courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Development of vocabulary, study, life and cultural skills; critical thinking; reading comprehension; basic grammar; and sentence structure. Writing of narrative, descriptive and simple expository paragraphs and short essays, lette Course is paired and integrated with ENGL 091 .
ENGL 082Intermediate Reading for Non-Native Speakers of English3
The reading component of the second of four pairs of integrated courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Teaches reading and writing as processes, vocabulary development, study skills, critical thinking, and reading comprehension. Introduces expository essays, summaries and reading responses, compound verb forms and compound and co Credit will not be applied toward graduation. Course is paired and integrated with ENGL 092 .
ENGL 083High Intermediate Reading for Non-Native Speakers of English3
Reading component in the third of four integrated pairs of courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Emphasizes reading and writing processes with continued vocabulary development, reading in the content areas, and the analysis of fiction and non-fiction. Development of a social, cultural, and historical context for reading. Sentenc Credits will not be applied toward graduation.
ENGL 084Advanced Academic Reading for Non-Native Speakers of English3
This is an advanced course in academic reading for second-language learners of English. Students will incorporate a variety of strategies to read and analyze authentic college-level texts, identify patterns of organization, and build knowledge of academic vocabulary and patterns related to grammar and vocabulary. Students will also engage with texts
ENGL 091High Beginning Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English3
The writing component of the first in a series of integrated courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Development of vocabulary, study, life and cultural skills; critical thinking; reading comprehension; basic grammar; and sentence structure. Writing of narrative, descriptive and simple expository paragraphs and short essays, lette
ENGL 092Intermediate Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English3
The writing component of the second of four pairs of integrated courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Teaches reading and writing as processes. Vocabulary development, study skills, critical thinking and reading comprehension. Introduces expository essays, summaries and reading responses. Compound verb forms and compound and com
ENGL 093High Intermediate Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English3
The writing component in the third of four integrated pairs of courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Emphasizes reading and writing processes with continued vocabulary development, reading in the content areas, and the analysis of fiction and non-fiction. Development of a social, cultural and historical context for reading. Sent Credits will not be applied toward graduation.
ENGL 094Advanced Academic Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English3
This is an advanced course in academic writing for second-language learners of English. Through use of the writing process, students will craft compositions of various lengths, including multi-paragraph essays. Students will analyze and use rhetorical patterns of organization and text-based support. Grammar and vocabulary will also be developed throu
The Corequisite Seminar Program provides supplementary instruction for students also enrolled in a linked, college-level course. All assignments in English 097 will strengthen the essential skills of academic reading, writing, and studying to enable success in college-level coursework.
ENGL 098English Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)3
English 098 provides supplementary instruction for English 101 students in the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP). This course will reinforce the instruction and practice of academic reading and text-based writing in English 101.
This course will provide instruction and intensive practice in the developing strategies for college reading in a variety of academic disciplines. Credit will not be applied toward graduation.
This course is the first of a two-part sequence in English composition, in which students learn to read critically, synthesize ideas from a variety of texts, and write essays that develop significant ideas in support of a thesis. Students will write academic essays in various rhetorical modes, while improving their basic writing skills in preparation Course Offered Online:
The first in a two-part sequence in English composition. The course requires the writing of academic essays of about 500 words focused on the interpretation of primary texts in conjunction with seminars and writing groups. Course Offered Online:
English 102 is the second half of the two-course sequence in English composition. Students continue to improve their academic reading and writing skills and critically examine issues raised by course texts. Course materials and the topics of study may vary in subject matter from one instructor to another. Course activities facilitate independent libr
The course is designed to increase students' understanding of academic writing and to develop students' ability to write research essays. It focuses on the effective use of language and on responding to primary sources, incorporating information and ideas of others with their own thinking.
This course focuses on the basic elements of standard English grammar, syntax and sentence structure, and emphasizes the parts of speech, syntactical relationships and coherence in writing. The course includes diagrammatic analysis of practice exercises and the student's own written work.
This course provides an analysis of mass media. Students will examine the media's impact on the individual and society, with emphasis on how changes in technology and culture have altered the role and forms of mass media. Through readings and examples, students study the history, theories and terms relevant to the major mass media forms, as well as e
English 108 is a college-level, critical thinking course that develops academic literacy through investigating the ways that texts are written and read, and how knowledge is constructed in a variety of academic disciplines. This course is designed to prepare students to independently comprehend and interpret the wide variety of readings in their gene Course Offered Online:
This course introduces students to many typical modes of workplace communication. Topics include audience analysis, technical research and report writing, and Internet use. Report and Technical Writing provides preparation for writing assignments at the 200 level, while allowing students to continue to develop skills learned in ENGL 101 .
This course provides a general introduction to the field of Communication Studies, with emphasis on communication theory and skills development in nonverbal communication, listening, interviewing, small group communication, and public presentations. Course Offered Online:
CMS 290 - CMS Capstone Experience CMS 220, CMS 122 or ENGL 122 3 credits Elective 3 credits Elective 3 credits Minimum Credits Needed to Graduate: 60 General Education Requirements: All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College's general education requirements is also available. For More Information, Contact: The Division of Liberal Studies, Room BR-21, 1700 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130, Telephone (215) 751-8450 or the College Information Center (215) 751-8010.
A course on speech production with an emphasis on the pronunciation and articulation of sounds. Satisfactory completion of this course will enable students to communicate articulately in both interpersonal and public situations. Course Offered Online:
In this beginning course, students learn the vocabulary of the field, collaborate and create characters through scene, monologue and improvisational performance. They learn to use the body, voice, and imagination as acting tools during the rehearsal and performance process.
This course focuses on the theater experience from a spectator's point of view. All elements of making and performing a play are studied. Students will acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the traditions, vocabulary, and analytic approaches associated with both classical and contemporary theater. Attendance at several live performances is required. Course Offered Online:
This introductory course explores the stage and its equipment. Students will learn to use basic tools and materials, as well as study different styles of theater architecture, the construction of two and three dimensional scenery, scene painting, the basic process of stage design, and the safety protocols of a scene shop. Additional Course Fees: $85 General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression
This course provides students with an opportunity to participate in every aspect of the rehearsal process and presentation of a play. Each student will play a distinctive part in the rehearsal process. Additional Course Fees: $85
In this course, students will learn advanced techniques for lighting and sound designs for a theater production and will study and apply design principles and techniques for basic costume and stage properties. Students will create specific designs and models, make design presentations, and implement designs for a theater production. Additional Course Fees: $85 General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression
This course introduces students to the study of fiction, poetry and drama, with an emphasis on close reading and interpretation of literary structures and basic forms.
ENGL 196HWriting in the Humanities and Social Sciences II (Honors)3
Advanced academic writing with a focus on the interpretation of primary texts and intellectual debates, and special attention to revision strategies and rhetorical analysis.
Focus on student production of original work which may include fiction, poetry, memoir and dramatic writing. Students will do extensive reading, as well as writing and developing the critical vocabulary needed to discuss these genres from a writer's point of view. They will develop these skills through a number of activities including different forms Course Offered Online:
ENGL 211Survey of British Literature from Beginnings to 17503
Survey of British literature from its beginnings to 1750. Employing cultural criticism, close reading, and other approaches to literary analysis, the course examines texts from a diverse group of authors and traditions. Recommended for students of history and the arts.
ENGL 212Survey of British Literature: From 1750 to the Modern Era3
Survey of British literature from 1750 to the present, including works from various colonial contexts. Employing cultural criticism, close reading, and other approaches to literary analysis, the course examines the global forces that transformed British literature and the English language. Recommended for students of history and the arts.
3-0-3 Provides a strong foundation in the dominant theories and approaches to research in the field of communication studies, with a focus on specific areas including interpersonal communication, group communication, public communication, and mass media. Emphasis is placed on major communication theories from across the various branches of the field and the associated quantitative and qualitative research methods used to study them. 107 or ENGL 116 with a grade of "C" or better.
3-0-3 In ENGL 219, students learn how members of the Black community have used symbols rhetorically to construct and reconstruct images of themselves (speeches, music, TV, film, etc.) and their communities. Black rhetoric is the study of communication and persuasion with its origins in the cultural history and lived experience of Black people. Students will be introduced to cultural frameworks rooted in African culture, as a paradigm for rhetorical analysis of Black discourse. Additionally, students will learn more about the Black public sphere and trace its roots from field songs to Black
ENGL 221Survey of American Literature: From the Beginnings to the Civil War3
Survey of American literature from its beginnings to the Civil War. Employing cultural criticism, close reading and other approaches to literary analysis, the course is multicultural in focus.
ENGL 222Survey of American Literature: From the Civil War to the Present3
Survey of American literature from the Civil War to the present. Employing cultural criticism, close reading and other approaches to literary analysis, the course is multicultural in focus.
This is an introductory course in Asian literature written in English or in translation. Students read, discuss and write about major works from a variety of periods and social contexts. The emphasis is on literary interpretation and analysis of poetry, drama and fiction.
This course will introduce students to some of the major works by William Shakespeare. Students will read, view, discuss and analyze plays in a variety of genres including comedies, histories and tragedies.
Selections from world literature representing the values and literary excellence of the cultural heritage of various peoples of the world. Works from antiquity to the 1500s will be studied in a cross-cultural context.
ENGL 246World Literature: From 1500 to the Present3
Selections from world literature representing the values and literary excellence of the cultural heritage of various peoples of the world. Works from after 1500 to the present will be studied in a cross-cultural context.
ENGL 250Survey of African American Literature: From Colonization to the Harlem Renaissance3
This course is an introduction to African American literature from its vernacular tradition to the Harlem Renaissance. Close study of major African American authors and literary movements.
ENGL 251Survey of African American Literature: From the Harlem Renaissance to the Present3
An introduction to African American literature from the Harlem Renaissance to the present. Close study of major African American authors and literary movements.
English 256 is a survey of literature by African authors. In addition to the conventional literary genres of fiction, drama and poetry, the course includes study of oral traditions of the continent. Readings include texts originally written in English as well as works in translation.
This course examines literature written by women in various genres, which may include short stories, novels, essays, poetry and drama. Through discussion and writing activities, students analyze literature by women from different cultures and periods to illuminate how contrasting societies define women's roles. The course explores how writing from a
This course examines the history of science fiction from its origins in the nineteenth century to the present. Students read works of science fiction, study the history and development of the genre, and examine its major themes, as well as its social and historical context.
Outstanding examples of many different kinds of films. The class dissects, analyzes and discusses the expressive components of visual communications. Basic knowledge of techniques of cinema to enhance perceptions and insights and to develop a knowledgeable critical judgment.
This course conducts a thorough examination of either work by a single director or a particular film genre. It includes the study of technique (uses of light, sound, color and editing), as well as images, themes, motifs, plot, character, dramatic situations or conflicts, and the application of acting talent.
This course will focus on poetry, enabling students to create new works and continue projects begun in English 205 or elsewhere. Students will further develop a critical vocabulary and study contemporary poetry from the perspectives of writers rather than readers. They will participate in specialized, intensive workshops and learn skills needed by se
This course will allow students to continue longer fiction projects begun in English 205 or elsewhere. Students will further develop a critical vocabulary for the genre and study contemporary literature from the perspectives of fiction writers rather than readers. They will participate in specialized, intensive workshops and learn skills needed by th
This course will focus on scriptwriting and enable students to continue longer projects begun in English 205 or elsewhere. Students will develop a critical vocabulary for scriptwriting and study contemporary dramatic literature from the perspectives of writers rather than readers. They will participate in specialized, intensive workshops and learn sk
ENGL 283Nonfiction Writing: Memoir and Literary Journalism3
This course will allow students who have already been introduced to expository writing to concentrate on nonfiction writing projects, research, and workshops with a community of writers. Students will complete a variety of non-fiction writing projects, including memoir and literary journalism, and will engage in research, editing, revision, and textu
This course is designed for students enrolled in the certificate program in Creative Writing and is one of the last requirements for completion of the program. Students complete a portfolio of creative works and practice advanced editing and revision skills as well as textual analysis. The class consists of brief lectures, writing workshops and semin
Special Topics in Literature will examine a body of literature that addresses a common topic, represents a particular subgenre, or represents a cultural identity. Readings will include a range of time periods, authors and perspectives on the topic and will be examined in their cultural contexts as well as through close reading. The course will be cro General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation
