Composition Class
In college, you will be expected to write longer, open-ended papers that are free from repetition, incorporate multiple sources, and most importantly, demonstrate a unique, in-depth analysis and understanding of the source materials. In college, great writing generates new knowledge and ideas that show critical and creative thinking that transcends simply understanding the reading.
This class will help you produce great writing: based on the Colloquia in Writing course for Smith undergraduates, you will study the stages of a college essay: deconstructing the assignment, creating an efficient outline, writing a rough first draft, making global revisions, and adding the finishing touches to the final draft. Class time involves in-class writing assignments, discussion, lecture, workshops and one-on-one teacher/student conferences.
