EAP230 - Advanced Reading and Writing Skills

Subject Title
Advanced Reading and Writing Skills

Subject Description
This course is a continuation of EAP130. It focuses on refining the essay by developing awareness of audience and the use of appropriate registers. The course also focuses on reading strategies and comprehension. In addition, this course also introduces the students to the research essay. Students are expected to be familiar with advanced grammar structures in order to edit for grammatical accuracy at this level.

Credit Status
Non Credit

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:
1. Write detailed point-form outlines that are organized and sequenced appropriately for the type of essay written

2. Produce 350-500 word five-paragraph essays in various rhetorical modes: opinion/argument, comparison/contrast and cause/effect

3. Read articles and short readings: paraphrase, summarize content, detect inferences, make predictions

4. Communicate effectively in spoken English through class discussions and participation regarding concepts learned

5. Demonstrate knowledge of rudimentary research skills and an understanding of MLA format so as to produce paraphrased notes

6. Develop an awareness of the kinds of information in the dictionary skills and advance independent learning

7. Use context and knowledge of word usage to aid in understanding new vocabulary

Cheating and Plagiarism
Each student should be aware of the College's policy regarding Cheating and Plagiarism. Seneca's Academic Policy will be strictly enforced.

To support academic honesty at Seneca College, all work submitted by students may be reviewed for authenticity and originality, utilizing software tools and third party services. Please visit the Academic Honesty site on http://library.senecacollege.ca for further information regarding cheating and plagiarism policies and procedures.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecacollege.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Disabilities Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.