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211 PRACTICAL READING AND WRITING III

Length of Course:  Two semesters

Credit Granted:  One-half per semester

Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Practical Reading and Writing I or Language and Literature I

Offered to: Sophomores

Practical Reading and Writing II is designed for the student who may struggle with language arts.  This courses presents strategies for comprehending, evaluating, and apply information from real-world sources, including newspapers and magazine articles, websites, printed reference materials, reports, and short fiction.  Writing instruction focuses on clear, purposeful communication and the use of standard spelling, grammar, punctuation, and capitalization.  Students will also be taught introductory skills in researching and reporting on topics pertaining to vocations or personal interests.