| Course Name |
(中) 英文作文(二)(2016) |
| (Eng.) English Composition (II) |
| Offering Dept |
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures |
| Course Type |
Required |
Credits |
2 |
Teacher |
CHEN YOU-TING |
| Department |
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures/Undergraduate |
Language |
English |
Semester |
2025-FALL |
| Course Description |
This course builds on students’ existing knowledge of paragraph writing, aiming to deepen their understanding and enhance their skills in advanced academic composition. It provides step-by-step guidance in developing well-structured essays, including cause-effect, comparison, argument, problem-solution, and reaction essays. Students will gain a clear understanding of each essay type while exploring practical strategies for crafting strong thesis statements, organizing ideas, and presenting evidence effectively.
This semester, instruction will concentrate on two primary essay types: cause-effect and comparison. Please note that the focus of this course is on essay structure and academic writing strategies rather than on grammar instruction or reading comprehension. Students primarily seeking to improve their grammar or reading skills should consider whether this course aligns with their learning goals. |
| Prerequisites |
英文作文(一) |
self-directed learning in the course |
Y |
| Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) |
Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives |
| Course Objectives |
Competency Indicators |
Ratio(%) |
Teaching Methods |
Assessment Methods |
| This year-long required course is designed to enhance students’ English writing proficiency by developing their understanding of effective essay structure and refining their ability to compose standard five-paragraph essays for a variety of purposes. |
| 1.Foreign language skills |
| 3.Communication and presentation skills |
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| Exercises |
| Discussion |
| Lecturing |
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| Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule |
| Week |
Course Content |
| Week 1 |
9/10
Overview of the course and expectations
What makes good writing? |
| Week 2 |
9/17
Structure of academic writing |
| Week 3 |
9/24
Elements of academic writing |
| Week 4 |
10/1
Understanding thesis statements |
| Week 5 |
10/8
Developing strong thesis statements |
| Week 6 |
10/15
Writing task 1 |
| Week 7 |
10/22
Analyzing outlines |
| Week 8 |
10/29
Composing outlines |
| Week 9 |
11/5
Writing task 2 |
| Week 10 |
11/12
Understanding cause-effect essays |
| Week 11 |
11/19
Crafting a cause-effect essay |
| Week 12 |
11/26
Writing task 3 |
| Week 13 |
12/3
Techniques of brainstorming |
| Week 14 |
12/10
Understanding comparison essays |
| Week 15 |
12/17
Crafting a comparison essay |
| Week 16 |
12/24
Writing task 4 |
self-directed
learning |
Writing outside of class |
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| Evaluation |
20% Attendance and in-class performance (including evaluation of self-directed learning)
80% Writing task * 4
1. Attendance is mandatory. All absences must be communicated in advance and supported by a verifiable reason. While legitimate excuses will be accepted, each absence may still adversely affect students’ attendance record.
2. Students’ performance will be evaluated based on their participation and overall engagement in class. Absences may negatively impact the assessment of in-class performance.
3. All writing tasks must be completed during class sessions. These assignments are designed to reflect the content and objectives of the lectures and must be finished within the allotted time. Make-up opportunities for missed writing tasks will not be provided.
4. While specific requirements may vary, all writing tasks will be evaluated based on the organization of the writing, the development of ideas, the unity and coherence of the content, and the accuracy and appropriateness of language use.
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| Textbook & other References |
| Great Writing 4: Great Essays (Fifth Edition), by Keith S. Folse, April Muchmore-Vokoun and Elena Vestri, published by National Geographic, 2019. (available at Cave Books on campus) |
| Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website |
| The instructor will prepare supplementary course materials and upload them to the course page on iLearning before or after class. Hard copies will only be distributed in class if necessary. |
| Office Hours |
| Thursday, 15:00-17:00 (by appointment) |
| Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs(Link URL) |
| include experience courses：N |
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