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Carol Zander
B CUSP 101
Bothell Campus
Offers an interdisciplinary approach to composition, including generating a compelling topic; the articulation of a thesis; the development of supporting evidence; the ability to draw conclusions from the evidence, clear organization of the essay, correct mechanics; awareness of audience, and knowledge of resources for research. Co-requisite: either B CUSP 104, B CUSP 107, or B CUSP 110.
Class description
Linked with B CUSP 107 - Examines how computers are changing our world, and shaping society and our future -- both helpful and harmful effects. Examines how computing has become an (invisible) element in every aspect of our lives, providing every convenience, present in every innovation, controlling access, and influencing our perspective of our world. Integrated in this course will be a survey of patterns of non-fiction writing. Writing on topics from the computing discipline, students will apply critical reading strategies to identify the patterns, learn when to use them, and demonstrate them in their own writing.
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