English Composition I

Start your college writing career out right. 

About This Course

Course Name/Code: English Composition I, HUEN 121
Description: An introductory writing course, focused on composing engaging and logical essay-length papers. Students are expected to utilize standard English grammar in their writing.
*Prerequisites: Score a 20+ on ACT (see Liberal Arts Core requirements for more details).   Credits/Hours: 3

Instructors and Texts

Instructors Who Teach This Course: Ms. Naomi Ledgerwood
Required Text(s) Students must purchase and possess the required text(s) by the first day of class. Order early:

  • Mosaics: Focusing on Essays, 4th Edition, by Kim Flachmann
    • ISBN-10: 0-13-601040-7
    • ISBN-13: 978-0-13-601040-1
  • Purchase from MBS Direct. 
  •  If you are purchasing or renting the textbook from someone who has previously taken this course, you will still need to purchase your own access code for the course.

        To buy access to MyWritingLab online you need:

  • A valid email account (Use an account you’ll keep for the duration of your course.)
  • Your school’s ZIP code
  • Author, title, edition of your textbook. You can generally find this information on the first few pages of your book. Ask your instructor if you are not sure.
  • The version of MyCompLab you instructor is using (see instructions below). The version is generic or textbook. For a textbook version, your instructor may also be using a textbook with an eBook. Ask your instructor if you are unsure.

        Steps to purchasing the access code from the Pearson “My Writing Lab”:

            1. Go to http://mywritinglab.com/

            2. Select “register as a new student user”

            3. Select “I need to buy access”

            4. Select “Generic Version” for a $25.00 fee

Course Workload Preview

The following preview of anticipated course workload is subject to instructor change.

  • Regular discussion forum posting and responses on assigned articles and readings.
  • One essay final exam.
  • Synchronous writing conferences with the teacher.
  • 3 papers, submitted twice.
  • Demonstration of compentency in standard English grammar assignments.

About Synchronous Learning

Maranatha online faculty sometimes use a product called Adobe Connect to run live sessions. Not all courses use this technology, but here are some hints about this.

The teacher might have a time when he or she would ask you to be online. Generally, there are not a lot of these in the course and you usually have the option to pick which ones you want to attend. All of the sessions are recorded so you can watch the ones you might miss.

What you might need to participate:

  • Anyone can participate using the chat feature, which allows you to type questions and comments directly to the instructor in real-time.
  • If you're computer has sound (i.e. you can hear music or watch videos from a news site), you'll be able to hear the instructor talking.
  • Optional: If you'd like to speak with the teacher directly, we recommend purchasing a USB headset for the best audio experience. You can get some for $20 at Wal-mart. Although some computers and webcams have mics built into them, they generally do not allow for the best audio experience.
  • Optional: You're welcome to use your webcam to participate also. You'll need to let the teacher know you have a webcam and want to use it.

* = Planning to complete a Maranatha degree? Then. . .

  • Make sure you follow course prerequisites exactly.
  • Make sure you're taking courses that fulfill the Biblical Studies and General Studies Cores requirements and the requirements of your anticipated major (check catalog). Some test-out options are available for Core courses. 

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