JREM 456 - Science Writing as Literature

Institution:

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Subject:

Journalism and Electronic Media

Description:

A survey of important science writing for the general public across the spectrum of science, engineering, and medicine. Works by authors such as Arthur C. Clarke, David Quammen, and Richard Selzer are analyzed for literary qualities in a quest to understand why some science writing succeeds. Satisfies General Education Requirement: (WC). (RE) Prerequisite(s): ENGL 102, 132, 290, or 298.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tennessee.edu

Phone Number:

(865) 974-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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