Writing About Science and Other Specialized Topics: A Journalistic Approach
WRCT 222
Spring 2019 not offered
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| Certificates: Writing |
| Course Cluster: Health Studies |
This seminar emphasizes journalistic writing and will help students learn to present specialized material in a way that will interest general readers. While science journalism is one focus of the course, students may also explore reportage in other subjects such as technology or education. Students will learn the basics of news reporting and feature writing, including the best ways to develop ideas, efficiently conduct research, organize information, ask effective questions, and craft different types of articles and essays on deadline. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA WRCT |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
Major Readings:
Strunk and White, THE ELEMENTS OF STYLE; BEST AMERICAN SCIENCE AND NATURE WRITING 2013
Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman, NURTURESHOCK
Subscription to NEW YORK TIMES (paper or online edition for the duration of the semester)
Dava Sobel, LONGITUDE
Michael Pollan, BOTANY OF DESIRE
and other material
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Examinations and Assignments:
Writing assignments: 800-word weekly assignments, including one based on an interview, one based on a scientific study, and one that involves a review of a new technology, and one opinion piece. In addition, students will expand one of these assignments into a longer essay/article. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
To apply for a place in the course, send an email explaining your academic interests and writing experience. Comment on an issue or topic in the course area that is particular interest to you. Also attach a writing sample to your application. Send your email to Professor Anne Greene at agreene@wesleyan.edu using the subject line: WRCT222 Application. Application due by Tuesday, November 7, 2014. Please be sure to submit a POI request. Check your portfolio by November 14, 2014 to see whether you have been admitted. |
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