Narrating History

ENGL 1180Q S01 [CRN: 24598]

For the advanced writer: the protocols of historical narrative and essay for a general audience. Using the archives of Brown, the Rhode Island Historical Society, and the student's family (if feasible), each writer will research primary and secondary sources, use interviews and oral histories, to help shape three engaging, instructive true stories of the past. Intensive library work, revisions, and peer editing.
Writing sample required. Prerequisite: ENGL 0130, 0160, 0180, 1140, 1160, 1180, or 1190. Class list will be reduced to 17 after writing samples are reviewed during the first week of classes. Preference will be given to English concentrators. Banner registrations after classes begin require instructor approval. S/NC.
Course Syllabus
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Term
Spring 2013
Credit Hours
1.0
Maximum Enrollment
17
Primary Instructor
Meetings
3:00 pm - 5:20 pm Wed - from Jan 23, 2013 to May 17, 2013
Exam Group Code
14 (May 14, 2013 9:00am)