Intercultural Communication is designed to explore the processes involved in intercultural communication while applying practical tools to improve intercultural relationships. This course will facilitate discussions of identity in domestic and international intercultural communication, emphasizing values, worldview, and barriers in the communication process. Practical application, in addition to basic theory, will create empathy and cultural-awareness in order to address common assumptions made during intercultural interactions.
The student who successfully completes the course should be able to:
This course consists of 9 comprehension assignments, a cultural comparison paper, an intercultural relationship journal, and no exams.
Each assignment is worth 30 points, the paper is worth 150 points, and the journal is worth 180 points, for a total of 600 points possible.
MS, University of Kentucky, 2013
MA, Western Kentucky University, 2009
BA, Taylor University, 2007
Concentrates on the development of public speaking skills, including audience analysis, library research, organization, the use of evidence to support a point of view, delivery, and listening.
Upon completion of this class, the student will:
This course consists of 15 assignments including 4 speeches and no exams.
Each assignment is 20 points with the exception of one worth 140 points. The speeches are either 80 or 100 points for a total of 700 points possible.
MS, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
BS, Taylor University
The course provides practice in reading academic articles related to composing, writing clear and effective prose through expository modes including summaries, locating main points, responding to quotes with explanation, relating to quotes with specific personal illustrations, exploratory writing, a formal research paper, and reflections over course objectives and growth as a writer. A brief review of grammar and mechanics is provided via instructive comments in every graded assignment.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:
All materials are free online resources. Microsoft Word is required.
This course consists of 9 annotations, 10 short annotations and assignments, three short essays, a research paper, and a reflection.
The assignments range from 10 to 100 points each plus a research paper worth 200 points, for a total of 1,000 points possible.
ABD PhD, Ball State University
MA, Ball State University, 2009
MS, University of Missouri at Columbia, 1967
A survey of American literary tradition from its origin to the present.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
This course is divided into 8 modules covering different time periods in American literary history, and utilizing differing modes of criticism. Each module consists of several writing assignments. There is also a poetry journal and a 7-10 page research paper required.
Assignments range from 50 to 150 points, for a total of 800 points possible.
MA, Rhode Island College, 1978
BA, Bob Jones University, 1962
Practice in the fundamentals of business communication. Students complete a variety of assignments exemplifying the types of writing routinely practiced in business settings—including letters, résumés, news releases, reports, proposals, instructions, and other forms of business communication. Emphasis on real world experience and application.
In the course of this class, you will:
This course consists of quizzes, Blackboard essays, worksheets, samples of business correspondence, a website project, and a proposal project.
Each assignment is worth between 30 and 100 points, each quiz is worth 20 points, and the projects are each worth 100 points, for a total of 1,000 points in the course.
MFA, Ashland University, 2017
MA, Ball State University, 2013
BA, Houghton College, 1980
An introduction to writing from a Christian worldview and an overview of the different writing genres, with an emphasis on writing articles for publication. Stresses functional skills such as self-editing, interviewing techniques, developing vocabulary skills, and learning to cover news. Through readings and writing assignments, the student will follow a step-by-step process of learning the foundations of article writing. The course is taken through a partnership between the Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild and Taylor University. No online component: Students receive the initial writing materials and submit work via email.
This course may transfer as an English course. Please check with your home institution to verify the transferability.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
All required material is obtained through the Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild.
This course consists of 13 assignments and no exams.
The assignments are graded by JJWG mentor-professors who are experienced writers and teachers. The final grade will be sent to and transcripted by Taylor University.
A course concentrating on finding, evaluating, researching and writing the various kinds of nonfiction articles. Self-editing, interviewing techniques and developing vocabulary skills are emphasized as students write humor, how-to, inspirational, investigative, opinion and other types of articles. Building on the foundational skills learned in PWR 313, students will learn the advanced specialty areas of article writing. Students are encouraged to submit their articles for publication. The course is taken through a partnership between the Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild and Taylor University. No online component: Students receive the initial writing materials and submit work via email. Prerequisite: PWR313
This course may transfer as an English course. Please check with your home institution to verify the transferability.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
All required material is obtained through the Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild.
This course consists of 13 assignments, and no exams.
Assignments are graded by JJWG mentor-professors who are experienced writers and teachers. The final grade is submitted to and transcripted by Taylor University.
Introductory course and workshop in the instruction and practice of writing non-fiction and scriptwriting. The course is taken through a partnership between the Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild and Taylor University. No online component: Students receive the initial writing materials and submit work via email. Prerequisite: PWR314
This course may transfer as an English course. Please check with your home institution to verify the transferability.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:
All required material is obtained through the Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild.
This course consists of 11 assignments and no exams.
Assignments are graded by JJWG mentor-professors who are experienced writers and teachers. The final grade is submitted to and transcripted by Taylor University.
An introductory course concentrating on the instruction and practice of writing fiction. The course is taken through a partnership between Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild and Taylor University. No online component: Students receive the initial writing materials and submit work via email. Prerequisite: PWR323
This course may transfer as an English course. Please check with your home institution to verify the transferability.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:
All required material is obtained through Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild.
This course consists of 13 assignments and no exams.
Assignments are graded by JJWG mentor-professors who are experienced writers and teachers. The final grade is submitted to and transcripted by Taylor University.
The purpose of this course is to provide advanced academic instruction in applying ethical principles to the process of gathering, analyzing and integrating information into powerful nonfiction books. The ultimate goal is to seek out powerful stories reflecting a Christian worldview, and in all work to clearly and accurately communicate truth. The course is taught through a partnership between Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild and Taylor University. No online component: Students receive the initial writing materials and submit work via email. Prerequisite: PWR327
This course may transfer as an English course. Please check with your home institution to verify the transferability.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
All required material is obtained through Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild and bookstores. Additional fee: $250
This course consists of 15 assignments and no exams.
Assignments are graded by JJWG mentor-professors who are experienced writers and teachers. The final grade is submitted to and transcripted by Taylor University.
The purpose of this course is to provide academic instruction in reviewing classic and current prominent fiction written from a Christian perspective, analyzing current fiction and novels, and learning the basics of writing effective fiction. The ultimate goal is to clearly and accurately communicate themes that reflect a Christian worldview in an excellent and effective manner. The course is taught through a partnership with Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild and Taylor University. No online component: Students receive the initial writing materials and submit work via email. Prerequisite: PWR327
This course may transfer as an English course. Please check with your home institution to verify the transferability.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:
All required material is obtained through Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild Guild and bookstores. Additional fee: $250
This course consists of 14 assignments and no exams.
Assignments are graded by JJWG mentor-professors who are experienced writers and teachers. The final grade is submitted to and transcripted by Taylor University.
This class is designed to expose writers to the wide range of freelance writing options open to them, along with experimenting with numerous formats and venues of professional writing. Students will be expected to complete their assignments and submit some of them for publication consideration to online and print media.
In the course of this class, you will:
The long-term objective is for students to understand how to take their great ideas, locate a market for them, and then build a database of places for which they can write in the future. You’ll understand how to query and how to submit your articles.
The Writer's Market book must be current (the last year or so).
This course consists of 6 articles with accompanying query letters, 5 textbook reflections, an "Assess Yourself" questionnaire, and a magazine and submissions tracker (part 1 and 2).
Each article and query letter are worth 100 points, each textbook reflection is worth 40 points, the questionnaire is worth 50 points, part 1 of the magazine/submissions tracker is worth 50 points, and part 2 of the magazine/submissions tracker is worth 100 points, for a total of 1,000 points in the course.
MFA, Ashland University, 2017
MA, Ball State University, 2013
BA, Houghton College, 1980
Purpose: To help students learn to use language correctly; to recognize news; to work under and respect deadlines; and to gather news and assemble it into accurate, readable stories.
This introductory course in media writing examines a variety of techniques and formats with an emphasis on news and telling the story. Emphasis is on improving writing, self-editing, and telling stories across different platforms, with the primary focus on learning to write in an accurate, compelling and precise manner.
It will introduce you to news writing and to the world of nonfiction story telling. This course provides an essential foundation for students interested in print, online and broadcast journalism, public relations, sports information careers, as well as for those interested as communication directors for ministries, nonprofits, business, industry and political office holders.
Through this course, students will:
This course consists of 10 stories, 8 quizzes, 12 news article summaries, 13 lede re-writes and chapter summaries, and a final exam.
The assignments range from 15 to 100 points each. Of the final grade, the stories are worth 50%, quizzes 10%, news article summaries 10%, lede re-writes and chapter summaries 10%, and the final exam 20%.
PhD, Michigan State University, 2014
BA, Eastern New Mexico University, 1988