SSC 241: Writing and Critical Analysis in the Social & Behavioral Sciences

3 credits

This course will assist the student in scientific writing and critical analysis. Concepts to be covered include types of research writing such as descriptive essays, explorations, explanation, evaluations, critical reviews, case studies, ethnographies, life histories, and experiments; Organization of research including how to construct science-oriented research papers including identifying argument, variables, key points; Using supporting evidence and recognizing and avoiding errors in logic; Writing research including drafts, outlines, self editing, citation methods, navigating academic English spelling, grammar and usage, sources, and reading and evaluating sources for content and critical analysis. Offered Fall.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 101.
Co-requisite(s): None.