EWRT 1B
Reading, Writing and Research


Course Description

This course will emphasize the development of analytical, integrative skills in reading and writing. Students will explore academic (interpretive, analytical, argumentative) writing based largely on reading of literary/imaginative texts linked by a common theme or issue. The course includes outside research leading to analysis, comparison, and synthesis in documented research paper.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
00791 EWRT 1B 50Z ······· TBA-TBA Julie Pesano ONLINE

Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-04-07 to 2025-06-27.
Footnote:
EWRT 1B.50Z: Fully ONLINE. This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .

Class Materials

Textbook/MaterialTypeRequiredPurchaseRent
NewUsedNewUsed
Reading & Writing about Literature (5th Edition)
Gardner © 2020
ISBN: 9781319215057
Textbook Required $30.25 $22.75 $22.69 $13.31
Reading and Writing about Literature with 2021 MLA Update (5th Edition)
Gardner
ISBN: 9781319462550
E-Book Required $19.99
Reading and Writing about Literature (5th Edition)
Gardner
ISBN: 9781319304218
E-Book
(180 days)
Required $19.99
Reading and Writing about Literature with 2021 MLA Update (5th Edition)
Gardner
ISBN: 9781319462550
E-Book
(180 days)
Required $15.99

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Course Details

Units
5 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

General Course Statement

General Statement
See general education pages for the requirements this course meets.

Requisite and Advisory

Prerequisite
EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5.

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

Limitations on Enrollment
Not open to students with credit in the Honors Program related course.
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