English

English
TTP: A.A.

Welcome to the English Department at Columbia State Community College! Our English curriculum serves several important purposes.

• First, it provides basic courses that meet the requirements for an Associate of Arts degree.
• Second, it offers comprehensive preparation for English majors who plan on transferring to a four-year university to continue their literary studies.
• Third, it offers many stimulating electives that will inspire your creative and critical thinking abilities.

Workforce Skills Developed through College Level English Courses

Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for effectively conveying ideas, collaborating with colleagues, and engaging with clients or customers.

Critical Thinking: The ability to analyze information, evaluate arguments, and make reasoned judgments is crucial for problem-solving, decision-making, and innovation in the workplace.

Research and Information Literacy: Proficiency in finding, evaluating, and synthesizing information from various sources is invaluable for making informed decisions, developing strategies, and staying current in a rapidly evolving professional landscape.

Creativity: The introduction of diverse perspectives and experiences fosters creativity, enabling employees to generate innovative solutions and adapt to changing circumstances.

Time Management and Organization: Successfully completing reading assignments, writing projects, and meeting deadlines in literature courses helps develop strong time management and organizational skills, essential for productivity and efficiency in any job role.

Ethical Reasoning: Engagement with complex ethical issues to weigh conflicting values and navigate moral challenges to make principled decisions, foster integrity, and promote ethical conduct in a professional setting.

English Courses

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