ENG 455: Persuasive Writing

Class,

Welcome to ENG 455, Persuasive Writing. Please take note of the following:

1. This class requires extensive reading, writing, and speaking, with frequent written assignments and the expectation that you will fully participate in each class session. Please review the syllabus (link at left) to ensure your interest.

2. If you have registered for the class, I have sent the username/password for accessing the readings and syllabus to your UTK email account. Contact me if you have any trouble.

3. There is a reading and writing assignment due the first day of class (Thursday). Please read/view Monty Python, “Argument Sketch” (readings link at left, week 1), then write a brief reaction paper that answers the question: Does the “Argument Sketch” feature an argument?

4. Let me know if you have any questions. I’m looking forward to meeting you.

Cheers,

DG