Course Catalog

ENG313E Article Writing I (2 credits) 9632

No online component. Cost is $750.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
An introduction to writing from a Christian worldview and an overview of the different writing genres, with an emphasis on writing articles for publication. Stresses functional skills such as self-editing, interviewing techniques, developing vocabulary skills, and learning to cover news. Through readings and writing assignments, the student will follow a step-by step process of learning the foundations of article writing. The course is taken through a partnership between the Christian Writers Guild (CWG) and TUFWO. This course utilizes the first section of the CWG Apprentice level course (lessons 1-12) plus additional academic track readings and research/critical thinking papers.

LEARNING RESULTS
The learner will be able to:

• Understand the writing craft.
• Gain an understanding of different styles of article writing.
• Be a competent self-editor.
• Understand important ethical writing standards

REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIALS
What’s Your Story? Section One: The Christian Writer. Les Stobbe, Editor-in-Chief. 2002, 2006. Jerry B. Jenkins Christian Writers Guild: Colorado Springs, CO.

All required material obtained through Christian Writers Guild.

INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND LEARNING
Through a collaborative agreement between CWG and TUFWO, the first section of the “What’s Your Story?” writing course offered by CWG can be taken for academic credit through Taylor. The integration of authentic faith and excellent writing in a multitude of venues is emphasized in this course. Section One, Lesson One gives thorough, uncompromising and Biblical reasons for the unique calling of the Christian who is a writer. Emphasis is placed on developing excellent professional writing and strong critical thinking skills, and working with integrity and high ethical standards.

LEARNING DOCUMENTATION
(From Apprentice Section I)

1. Who, Me? A Writer?
2. The 24/7 Writer
3. The Writer as Observer
4. The Writer as Wordsmith
5. The Writer's Craft: Your Personal Style
6. The Writer's Best Friend: The Media
7. The Writer's Basic Tool: The News Article
8. The Writer's Calling Card: The Interview
9. The Writer's Megaphone: The Article
10. The Writer's Discipline: Self-Editing
11. The Writer's Power Tool: The Story
12. The Writer as Marketer
13. (AT-1) Academic Track: Media Ethics Chapter
Also: Academic Track readings and papers

LEARNING EVALUATION
The student works through the first section of the “What’s Your Story?” course by submitting assignments given at the conclusion of each lesson. These assignments are graded by CWG mentor-professors, all experienced writers and teachers. At the conclusion of the course, your grade will be forwarded to Taylor University by CWG for final confirmation and any additional necessary work evaluation. A final grade will be entered on an official Taylor University transcript.

Registration is handled by TUFWO. Once you register, TUFWO will contact Christian Writers Guild and your course materials and mentor/professor information will be sent to you by CWG.