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Exhibit increased confidence and a positive attitude toward the writing process and toward themselves as writers.
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Demonstrate skill in various forms of nonfiction composition: argument, exposition, essay exam, and narration and description.
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Analyze and evaluate the content, structure, and style of the writing of published authors, including scholarly prose.
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Increasingly engage in critical and creative thinking and apply these skills in writing and reading.
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Conduct research leading to the discovery of reliable and reputable primary and secondary source materials.
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Blend research, interpretation, and opinion via the composition process.
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Understand effective structure and development of a research paper, including proper citation and documentation of sources.
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Advantageously use current computer technology, database, and online technology in the research process.
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Use current computer technology to properly format and document papers according to MLA style.
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Exhibit increased confidence and a positive attitude toward the writing process and toward themselves as writers.