ENGL - English | Spring 2025 Syllabi Repository

Centralized Repository for English Syllabi for HB 261 Compliance

ENGL 2010 - Intermediate Academic Writing CC

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): Appropriate ACT test scores taken within the last three years or completion of ENGL 1010 or ENGL 101H with a grade of C- or higher, or ENGH 1005 with a grade of C or higher.
Emphasizes academic inquiry and research. Explores issues from multiple perspectives. Teaches careful reasoning, argumentation, and rhetorical awareness of purpose, audience, and genre. Focuses on critically evaluating, effectively integrating, and properly documenting sources.

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ENGL 201H - Intermediate Academic Writing CC

Credit Hours: 3

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ENGL 2050 - Editing

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005
Covers the essentials of editing manuscripts for publication. Provides students with the necessary knowledge of punctuation, grammar and usage as well as the symbols and conventions of editing.

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ENGL 2100 - Technical Communication HH WE

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005
Teaches basic technical writing skills used in a variety of professional settings. Emphasizes audience analysis, document design, and using precise language for a particular audience.

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ENGL 2130 - Science Fiction HH

Credit Hours: 3

Pre- or Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005
Presents a chronological survey of major Science Fiction authors from Mary Shelley (1818) to the present. Emphasizes the importance of character, setting, plot, and scientific ideas in analyzing literature. Uses discussion, lectures, videos, and films to help students increase appreciation for the literary genre and its works. Completers will have a better understanding of science fiction, plus enhanced writing skills.

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ENGL 2210 - Introduction to Folklore HH

Credit Hours: 3

Pre- or Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005
Introduces the study of folklore. Presents the dynamics of the traditional expressions of a variety of folk groups. Emphasizes folklore performance and its cultural context. Provides practical experience in folklore collection.

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ENGL 2230 - Myths and Legends in Literature HH

Credit Hours: 3

Pre- or Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005
Introduces students to myths and legends that are the foundation of literature. Uses discussion, storytelling, videos, journals, and portfolios.

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ENGL 2250 - Introduction to Creative Writing HH

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005 with a grade of C- or higher
Provides introductory instruction in practices and techniques for generating, writing, and revising original creative works in short fiction, drama, creative non-fiction, poetry, or combinations of these. Uses readings from a wide range of contemporary authors, guest speakers, and student writing to facilitate critical and aesthetic understanding of literary texts. Introduces students to the creative writing workshop process.

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ENGL 225H - Introduction to Creative Writing Honors HH

Credit Hours: 3

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ENGL 2600 - Critical Introduction to Literature HH

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 2010 with a grade of C- or higher.
Surveys contemporary critical, theoretical, and ideological approaches to literature (such as structuralist, poststructuralist, psychoanalytical, feminist / gender, Marxist, new historical, postcolonial, etc.). Introduces key literary terms and engages close reading techniques. Includes lectures, screenings, student presentations, analyses and written reports, exams, and a final essay in MLA format and documentation.

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ENGL 2610 - British Literature before 1800 HH

Credit Hours: 3

Pre- or Corequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005
Presents a survey of British literature with emphasis on the most important works of the best writers from 450-1800 A.D. Introduces Old English, Middle English, Renaissance, and Neo-Classical British literature. Uses discussion, lecture, films, videos, tests, and papers.

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ENGL 270G - Positionality and Interpretive Methods GI

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010
Examines the ways sociocultural context influences understanding of the world. Emphasizes multiple methods of inquiry and issues of equity and inclusion. Connects students to diverse cultural texts, preparing for contributions to scholarly and popular conversations through sophisticated, creative, and socially aware interpretive methods. Introduces the concept of positionality, helping students proceed as responsible scholars and writers through an exploration of social location. Prepares students for success by developing transferable skills in textual analysis, research, and production.

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ENGL 2800 - Introduction to the English Major

Credit Hours: 3

Pre- or Corequisite(s): ENGL 2010
Introduces students to the English major and the practice of reading, discussing, and writing about texts and cultural productions across a variety of modes, including poetry, fiction, film, and professional, multimodal and digital texts, among others. Explores a range of genres and textual artifacts from Western and non-Western literary traditions. Builds skills in critical, technical, and creative production through assignments that represent the multiple disciplines in the English department. Previews the four different emphases offered by the English department: literary studies, creative writing, writing studies, and English education, to provide students with a foundation in studies in the humanities. Surveys the professional skills, careers, and opportunities fostered by a degree in English.

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ENGL 2850 - Literary History I

Credit Hours: 3

Pre- or Corequisite(s): ENGL 2010
Examines texts from the British Isles to approximately 1700. Develops interpretive skills emphasizing form, genre, culture, and history. Explores major intellectual and literary movements in the period. Defines and practices literary terminology in interpretations of representative canonical and noncanonical texts. Focuses on discussion, analysis, and a variety of textual productions.

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ENGL 2870 - Literary History II

Credit Hours: 3

Pre- or Corequisite(s): ENGL 2010
Surveys Anglophone literature from approximately 1700 to the present. Provides a critical introduction to literary periods and the relationship between literary artifacts and their historical, geographical, and cultural contexts. Develops and applies critical reading and analytical skills through discussion and interpretive projects.

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ENGL 3010 - Rhetorical Theory

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010 with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing
Considers prominent theories of rhetoric and accompanying methods for the production of texts in various contexts, encouraging adopting, amending, and/or developing hybrid theories of rhetoric.

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ENGL 3050 - Advanced Editing and Design for Print Media

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010 with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing; ENGL 2050 recommended
Refines student editing, design, and publishing skills. Provides students with the opportunity to take manuscripts from editing to press-ready. Teaches industry standards for current publishing tools. Includes projects such as designing books, marketing literature, and corporate identities. Covers design, typography, and pre-press issues as they relate to writing and editing documents. Recommended for students involved with student publications, including journals and campus newspaper.

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ENGL 3060 - Visual Rhetoric

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s):ENGL 2010 with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing
Investigates the growing academic and cultural interest in the rhetorical nature of visual texts. Teaches critical thinking about the consumption and productions of images and multimodal texts. Explores visual grammars and other theories of visual rhetoric as articulated by contemporary image, language, and scholars of rhetoric. Encourages the development of theoretical and practical knowledge through reading, discussion, and analysis as well as through the production of visual texts and written work.

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ENGL 3090 - Academic Writing for English Majors WE

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2600 with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing
Corequisite(s): ENGL 3000 Recommended
Centers on scholarly research and writing in fields related to English Studies, drawing on students' areas of focus. Emphasizes analysis, rhetorical theories of writing, development, style, oral presentations, and primary and secondary research techniques. Prepares students to extend their abilities with researched writing in other upper-division courses and teaches students advanced scholarly attitudes toward researched writing.

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ENGL 3890 - Contemporary Critical Approaches to Literature WE

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 2600 with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing
Pre- or Corequisite(s): ENGL 3090
Provides in-depth study of one contemporary theoretical and critical approach to literature using primary texts. Explicates how interpretive techniques function within the discipline of English Studies. Required for English majors. Should be taken beginning of junior year.

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ENGL 412R - Studies in Literary Genres

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): (ENGL 2250 or ENGL 225H) with a C- or higher and University Advanced Standing
Provides an historical and craft overview of developments in a specific genre of creative writing. Engages with literary texts from the position that reading widely and critically is vital to authoring literary works. Utilizes creative, critical, and reflective components to help students situate their own work within a history of a certain genre. Focuses on a different creative writing genre each semester, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, or drama. May be repeated with different genres for a maximum of 6 credits toward graduation

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ENGL 4220 - Teaching Reading and Literature

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): EDSC 1010 and University Advanced Standing
Corequisite(s): ENGL 4225
Emphasizes the teaching of reading and literature in the secondary English classroom. Includes an introduction to the field of English Education and to lesson planning. Presents strategies for teaching skills and concepts outlined in state and national standards. Explores issues and research related to adolescent literacy through reading and discussion including social and cultural influences on literacies and learning. Requires students to create lesson plans and teaching materials.

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ENGL 4225 - Teaching Reading Practicum

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing
Corequisite(s): ENGL 4220
Focuses on classroom observations and working with current secondary teachers in their classrooms. Requires a minimum of eight hours of observations/work in approved secondary schools. Entails reading, observations, practical work in classrooms, and critical reflection.

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ENGL 4230 - Teaching Writing

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing
Corequisite(s): ENGL 4235
Pre- or Corequisite(s): ENGL 4220
Emphasizes developing a writing program in the secondary English classroom, including assigning and assessing student writing. Presents strategies for teaching writing to secondary students. Includes designing assessments (including rubrics and scoring guides) and lessons to teach skills in each of the major writing modes: informative, argumentative, and narrative. Entails class discussion, scholarly reading, and creation of teaching materials.

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ENGL 4235 - Teaching Writing Practicum

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing
Corequisite(s): ENGL 4230
Focuses on classroom observations and working with current secondary teachers in their classrooms. Requires a minimum of eight hours of observations/work in approved secondary schools as well as work providing feedback to secondary student writing. Entails reading, observations, practical work in classrooms, and critical reflection.

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ENGL 4240 - Grammar and Unit Design in the English Classroom

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 4230 and University Advanced Standing
Corequisite(s): ENGL 4245
Continues to examine issues related to teaching English in secondary schools. Focuses on writing long-term unit plans for teaching based on best practices and current educational approaches. Refines understanding of pedagogical theories and approaches with special emphasis on teaching the conventions of writing instruction. Treats modern grammars as multi-faceted, socially-driven practices. Focuses on curriculum design and assessment. Entails class discussion, critical reading, and creation of teaching materials.

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ENGL 4245 - Grammar and Unit Design Practicum

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing
Corequisite(s): ENGL 4240
Focuses on classroom observations and working with current secondary teachers in their classrooms. Requires a minimum of fifteen hours of observations/work in approved secondary schools. Requires the teaching of three class periods. Entails reading, observations, practical work in classrooms, and critical reflection.

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ENGL 4250 - Adolescent Literature

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010 and University Advanced Standing
Explores attitudes towards adolescence as a distinctive psychological, social and moral state, using contemporary and time-honored works from various cultures. Pays particular attention to contemporary adolescent issues, history of young adult literature, significant trends in young adult literature, and the role of young adult literature in the literacy development process.

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ENGL 4390 - Writing Studies Capstone

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2100, ENGL 3010, Senior Status, and University Advanced Standing
Prepares students to enter careers and graduate school by critically reflecting on the relevance and value of Writing Studies. Presents strategies for professional written and oral presentations related to application processes. Requires the creation of professional and departmental portfolios. Promotes opportunities for internships, service learning, and other academic or workplace experience.

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ENGL 4490 - Creative Writing Capstone

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): (ENGL 4420, or ENGL 4440, or ENGL 4450) and ENGL 3090, each with a C- or better. Senior Status. University Advanced Standing.
Applies a variety of advanced techniques for preparing creative manuscripts in a number of genres. Focuses on revising, editing, and polishing work previously shaped in intermediate and advanced creative writing courses. Addresses challenges of composition, theory, and practical tools for pursuing publication. Focuses on the production of a final portfolio acceptable for graduate school applications, submissions to appropriate publications, and presenting in readings and other public events. Investigates processes for bridging the gap between generating drafts and moving successfully into the community of active writers.

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ENGL 4650 - Studies in Shakespeare

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010 and University Advanced Standing
Examines Shakespeare's drama and poetry. Discusses relevant cultural and historical aspects of his time.

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ENGL - English

ENGL 2010 - Intermediate Academic Writing CC

ENGL 201H - Intermediate Academic Writing CC

ENGL 2050 - Editing

ENGL 2100 - Technical Communication HH WE

ENGL 2130 - Science Fiction HH

ENGL 2210 - Introduction to Folklore HH

ENGL 2230 - Myths and Legends in Literature HH

ENGL 2250 - Introduction to Creative Writing HH

ENGL 225H - Introduction to Creative Writing Honors HH

ENGL 2600 - Critical Introduction to Literature HH

ENGL 2610 - British Literature before 1800 HH

ENGL 270G - Positionality and Interpretive Methods GI

ENGL 2800 - Introduction to the English Major

ENGL 2850 - Literary History I

ENGL 2870 - Literary History II

ENGL 3010 - Rhetorical Theory

ENGL 3050 - Advanced Editing and Design for Print Media

ENGL 3060 - Visual Rhetoric

ENGL 3090 - Academic Writing for English Majors WE

ENGL 3890 - Contemporary Critical Approaches to Literature WE

ENGL 412R - Studies in Literary Genres

ENGL 4220 - Teaching Reading and Literature

ENGL 4225 - Teaching Reading Practicum

ENGL 4230 - Teaching Writing

ENGL 4235 - Teaching Writing Practicum

ENGL 4240 - Grammar and Unit Design in the English Classroom

ENGL 4245 - Grammar and Unit Design Practicum

ENGL 4250 - Adolescent Literature

ENGL 4390 - Writing Studies Capstone

ENGL 4490 - Creative Writing Capstone

ENGL 4650 - Studies in Shakespeare

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