What are some of the big problems and ideas that shape the way we engage with the world? In this course, we will learn about big problems related to language, society, and the self, as we delve into what it means to learn in ASU's English Department disciplines (Creative Writing, English Education, Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, Literature, and Writing, Rhetorics and Literacies).

• Recognize the varieties of work students can do within the different concentrations in ASU's English Department (Creative Writing, English Education, Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, Literature, and Writing, Rhetorics and Literacies)
• Explain the role of language and other media in shaping perceptions of cultures, individuals, and society
• Differentiate among the possible approaches, methods, and text/media types across the concentrations in English in order to address big problems related to language and culture
• Apply several of these approaches, methods, and text/media types to thematic questions and ideas

This course appears on your transcript identically to how it appears on the transcript of an enrolled ASU student who has taken the course on one of ASU's campuses. Course attendance dates will be listed on your transcript. An on-demand course will appear on your transcript in the session you complete the course.

This course satisfies 3 credit hours toward the HUAD: Humanities, Arts and Design General Studies requirement for Arizona State University. It is strongly encouraged that you consult with your institution of choice to determine how these credits will be applied to their degree requirements prior to transferring your credit.

To be successful in this course, we recommend English language fluency and computer literacy. We also encourage you to make sure your laptop or desktop computer meets the technical requirements.