Professor Marie Dybala
English 1302
First Class Questionnaire and Diagnostic Essay Topic
Note that English 1301 is a prerequisite for this course. If you have not completed English 1301,
please see me immediately.
Write short answers to questions1-4 below or on back. Then, complete the information in Part 2
on this page.
1. Discuss your writing background. How do you feel about writing? What English courses
have you taken in college and which approaches to the study of literature and writing do
you enjoy?
2. Why did you register for English 1302? What goals do you have for yourself in this class?
3. After reviewing the calendar, what aspects of the course appeal to you most? Do you
have any concerns or questions?
4. Do you have any conditions or extenuating circumstances that may affect your progress
in this course?
Part 2
Name:
Name you prefer to be called:
Phone Numbers:
Email address: (print very clearly)
Do you work? Where? Hours?
Are you taking other English courses this semester? Which ones?
How many courses are you taking? What are they?
What is your major?
Your signature indicates that the following statement is true. If not, please see me after
class.
I have completed English 1301 and received a C or better in the course.
Signature: ____________________________________________