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ENGLISH GRAMMAR IN USE

ENGL 516
Course Description

Functions of English grammar, covering use in a variety of contexts and text types. Involves analysis of spoken and written English across genres and settings.

Prerequisites

ENGL 314 or graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.89

6.4% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

1.25% from Historical

A Rate
78.95%

39.02% from Historical

Class Size
19

40.74% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2026 Summr)

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