1312 Syllabus

This document is a syllabus for an English 1312 course titled "Research & Critical Writing" at UTEP. It outlines the major assignments, texts, policies, and schedule for the semester. Students will complete 4 essays of increasing length and complexity involving analysis, synthesis, and research. They will develop research and argumentation skills, maintain a blog, and present their research. The course aims to prepare students for successful college writing by developing skills in topics, arguments, research, and MLA format. Regular attendance and participation are expected, and assignments will be graded based on criteria provided for each.