ENG 101 - Basic Writing (2 credits)
Sectieoverzicht
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Basic Writing (2 credits)
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Adam Navis
Need help: CLI Help Desk (helpdesk@christianleaders.net)
Schrijf mij in Overview: Writers are needed to bring more revival! We need better writers. Never before in history have so many people had access to publishing platforms. Unfortunately, there is still a lot of poor writing: poor in technical aspects but also inhospitable, thoughtless, and even violent. This course will help you become a better writer. It is not a course about understanding the building blocks of writing (words, sentences, and grammar) but about understanding the architecture and process required to turn those materials into a solid structure. Each lesson builds on the previous one, walking you through a specific writing process that will yield a publishable work but which is repeatable for future projects.
At the end of the course, you will follow the principles from this course to produce a writing project using one of the five topic options provided.
One goal of the course is to leave you feeling eager to participate in the wider public conversations through writing. A second is to help you feel that writing is not as scary, challenging, or difficult as you might believe.
Course Outcomes:
- Understand the architecture and process required to produce solid writing.
- Participate confidently and clearly in broader public conversations through writing.
- Produce publishable work by applying the principles and steps taught in this course.
Required Reading: All reading for this course is available in the online class. Students do not need to buy any books.
Required Assignments:
View all online lectures and read all articles on each topic. Active engagement with course materials prior to attempting the quiz is required for each unit. If a resource is provided in multiple formats, simply choose whichever format best supports your learning. CLI’s system tracks your viewing history to determine meaningful engagement. Make sure you are logged into your student account when viewing or downloading the materials.
Take the online quiz for each unit. You will have 75 minutes to answer 20 multiple-choice questions for each quiz. Each quiz covers the readings and video lectures for that unit. Once a quiz has started, you must finish it, and you cannot retake it.
Quizzes must be completed independently. The use of AI tools, search engines, other websites, or assistance from other individuals is prohibited.Quizzes are open-note. You may reference your own notes or any of the provided CLI course materials during the quiz. However, you should plan to study materials prior to attempting the quiz.Quiz Tip: First answer the questions you know. Then use your own notes or the provided CLI course materials to help answer any questions you are unsure about.- You will also be asked to follow along in the process and create your own piece of writing. You will be asked to upload what you have written at the completion of the course. We suggest you to check the requirements for the writing project before you start this course.
At the end of the course, you will be invited to complete a brief Course Feedback Survey. Your feedback helps CLI evaluate the course and identify opportunities for improvement.
Course Forum
Each course forum is located near the beginning of the course, immediately before the first course-content section. The forum allows students to post course-related questions and comments for other currently enrolled students to view and discuss. You can also search previous posts to see whether your question or topic has already been addressed.
The forum is intended primarily for peer discussion and may not receive an immediate response. Questions or concerns requiring timely assistance should be directed to the Help Desk at helpdesk@christianleaders.net.
Grading Scale
A 93-100% A- 90-92% B+ 87-89% B 83-86% B- 80-82% C+ 77-79% C 73-76% C- 70-72% D+ 67-69% D 63-66% D- 60-62% F 0-59%
Students' final grade is based on the average of all required quizzes and assignments. Each graded activity is weighted equally unless otherwise stated. The single lowest quiz score will be excluded from the overall grade.
Your average for the course must be at least 60%. Otherwise, you will fail the class and will receive no credit.
Deadline
You have 180 days to finish the course. If you have not received a final grade for the course before your enrollment ends, you will be automatically unenrolled, you will receive an “Administrative Withdrawal” for the course on your transcript, and all coursework will be removed. You will have to start over and take the class again to receive credit.
To avoid potential administrative delays or additional fees, please complete all assignments at least three weeks before your enrollment end date.
If you believe you qualify for a two-week extension, as outlined in our Catalog policies, please contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@christianleaders.net as soon as possible, ideally at least three weeks before your enrollment end date.
ATTENTION: This course assumes a basic understanding of the English language. If English is not your first language or you are worried about your English language skills, you can take English Literacy for Beginners 101 and/or English Literacy for Beginners 102. Or you can visit for www.practicalenglishlearning.com for resources to improve and practice your English. (ENTER CODE "CLI" at checkout for 20% off your purchase if you choose this second option).
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Please take careful note of CLI's Plagiarism Policy, especially when preparing your writing project at the end of this course.
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Lesson 1: Introduction to Writing For Ministry
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Lesson 3: Know the Wider Conversation
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Lesson 6: Let Go of Control
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Lesson 9: Get Feedback, Embrace Vulnerability
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Lesson 12: Finding Your Voice: Prophetic and Pastoral Writing
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Leerlingen moetenEen cijfer behalen
Thank you for working through this course.
In this last assignment you need:
A. Write a 800 - 1,000 words essay or monograph in a word processor in APA format.
The topic of your paper should be 1 of these 3 questions with an educated opinion:
- If you were asked to write a Christian fictional book, what genre and topic would you pick? And why? How would what you have learned at CLI impact your writing topic and style?
- If you could solve one problem particular to your hometown, what would you solve? How would your studies at CLI help you to be part of the solution?
- If you had the chance to share the Gospel with a famous person, who he/she would be? How would you do it? How would your studies at CLI help you to be a good witness of Christ?
- Be sure you define and describe your argument properly. Do not explain your personal opinion, but your educated opinion based in research and accurate information. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
- You have to write about the previous topic, you cannot write on any other topic or out of the established length.
B. The essay or monograph grading, 50 points in total:
- Purpose (5 points)
- Clarity (5 points)
- Grammar (5 points)
- Spelling (5 points)
- Educated opinion, evident research Introduction (5 points)
- Educated opinion, evident research Body (5 points)
- Educated opinion, evident research Conclusion (5 points).
- Title (5 points) that matches the content
- APA Format (10 points)
- Total: 50 points
C. Once you write it down in a word processor, you should copy and paste it in here.
- Submission: Papers may take 1-2 weeks to be graded. Make sure to submit this paper at least two weeks before your enrollment date ends.
- Plagiarism: Make sure you have read CLI PLAGIARISM POLICY before you write this paper.
- When graded, if you are asked to rewrite your paper, you will have only one more chance to do it. Papers that need to be rewritten will have an automatic 10 points deducted from the total score of the paper. Be sure you take advantage of the first and second chance to get a good grade!
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The course has ended. Please make sure all quizzes have been completed. If your work is incomplete, it is considered a drop, and you will have to take the class again in order to receive credit.
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Our staff will be using this time to review your work. Your grade should appear on your "My Home Page" in the "Course Overview" section. Please contact Helpdesk if you have any questions or did not receive your grade.