WRI101 helps students develop the skills of writing in the liberal arts: critical analysis of texts, exploration of and deliberation about public and intellectual issues; familiarity with research strategies; understanding the conventions for using with integrity the work of others; and crafting inventive, correct, and rhetorically sophisticated prose. The subjects for writing in the course vary by instructors.
In this course, I read four novels: Robinson Crusoe, Gulliver’s Travels, Jane Eyre, and Tess of the D’Urbervilles. Since I love classic novels, I really enjoyed this class, especially the last two books. In class, we discussed whether or not classic novels such as these should be taught in high schools, or even at all. I understand the importance of not alienating young teenagers who aren’t comfortable with the language and themes of these novels, but I think a certain level of exposure to them is necessary for a fulfilling education.
My essays from this class can be found here.
