Instruction in writing compositions reflecting critical thinking and employing rhetorical skills beyond those taught in Freshman Composition (ENGL 101), including summary, analysis, evaluation, rebuttal, and argument. Includes instruction in the analysis of argumentative prose, various rhetorical techniques, the principles of inductive and deductive reasoning, and the informal fallacies. Requires substantial analytical reading and writing. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit. (C-ID ENGL 105)