This course prepares learners to develop foundational skills in critical reading, analysis, and writing with a focus on transferable techniques for academic disciplines. Through selected readings from NVIT's Indigenous anthologies, a variety of selected texts, and internet sources, learners explore and respond to diverse arguments and issues in contemporary culture through an Indigenous lens. Emphasis focuses on the writing process by revising and rewriting essays to produce grammatically correct sentences, well-developed paragraphs, and logically coherent essays. As well, learners develop and enhance their research skills by gathering information from primary and secondary sources. Learners read a variety of texts, analyze them for their content and textual rhetoric, language, and style to improve their writing in both expository and persuasive essays. 2026/01/14-2026/04/22 Lecture Wednesday 02:00PM - 05:00PM, Room to be Announced