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Course Description
CSS 125(3-0-*)
Writing Skills II

This course emphasizes key elements of essay writing: clarifying a purpose, identifying a specific audience, and adjusting the style and tone accordingly. Development of a thesis, introduction and conclusion are taught, as are the use of transitions and organizational patterns for coherence. Practice in grammar, mechanics and MLA format is provided. Unless otherwise indicated in the semester class schedule, this course is taught using computers in an electronic classroom.
PR: CSS 124 or recommendation based on placement test
F,S
* These courses are developmental in nature and the three credit equivalents do not satisfy degree or certificate program requirements.

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