ENGLISH COMPOSITION I (ENG 101)

Term: 2025-2026 Spring

Faculty

Rhonda GrayShow MyInfo popup for Rhonda Gray

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Hi students. Welcome to RCC and into our classroom! We will be critically reflecting on important issues that we are facing in society today while gaining new academic skills to serve your future goals. I look forward to hearing your perspective and learning with you as we build a dynamic classroom experience together. 

Best wishes for a successful semester!

Prof. Gray

Schedule

Tue-Thu, 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM (1/21/2026 - 5/15/2026) Location: MAIN 3 532

Description

Prerequisite: Placement.

Composition I is an introductory course in writing that develops critical thinking, summarizing, synthesizing, and analyzing skills that prepare students to write college-level essays and research papers without plagiarizing. Students will learn to follow the information literacy process of identifying, organizing, and synthesizing nonfiction sources including peer-reviewed academic journal articles, news articles, books, and credible popular media sources. The course requires an argumentative research paper of 5-8 pages using MLA format and supported by attending a library research workshop. Upon completion of the term, students will complete a portfolio to be analyzed by the department to ensure completion of the course outcomes.