What is the purpose of the writing assignments?
This paper is the best way to really involve you in the course material. It provides you with writing skills that will be useful in many other UCSB classes and in your future professional life. Edward Lytton (1805-1873) says: “The pen is mightier than the sword”. The written word is powerful and allows you to pursuade, express yourself, and put down the results of your work. It is a vital skill in the modern world. The writing exercise uses a technical paper format, which can be modified to many other writing forms, as well.
