ENGL

understanding of the conventions of standard, written English. Students should be proficient in using English as a spoken language. The ability to write well is a key contributor in achieving a high degree of success in academic, business, and medical fields. To be able to effectively communicate one’s ideas through a logical and methodical writing process is a necessary skill in today’s competitive world. English Composition I (ENGL 101) will help you, the student, to generate effective compositions using various modes of writing. The course will focus on developing your ability to utilize critical thinking, organize your thoughts, and clearly express those thoughts in standard, written English.

Subject

ENGL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.geneva.edu

Prerequisite

Students should have a basic

equivalent. English Composition 102 enhances the writing practices and skills acquired in English Composition 101. You will read a wide variety of texts and engage in writing activities that promote critical thinking, literary analysis, and the ability to create argumentative essays that establish a position supported by evidence. You will read and write about genres in American, British, and World Literature, including 1) poetry, 2) prose fiction, 3) drama, 4) historical fiction, 5) thematic short stories, 6) biography/autobiography, and 7) novel. At the end of the course, you will take a comprehensive final exam and write a final research paper in argumentative form with documentation. Geneva College 202

Subject

ENGL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

www.geneva.edu

Prerequisite

ENGL101 English Composition I or