Contents

Course Syllabus

Definitions

Five Paragraph Essay

Group Writing Activity

Examples and Process

Sample Paragraph

Individual Writing Activity

Finding Subjects

Final Exam Study Guide

 

 

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Writing Fundamentals

This course emphasizes the principles of writing coherent expository paragraphs in various modes. The course introduces the concept of writing as a process that includes developing and narrowing a topic, logically organizing ideas, drafting, and revising. The course develops proficiency in English grammar and usage through reinforcing a clear understanding of the principles of parts of speech, punctuation, and mechanics. The course stresses the importance of variety in sentence structure and in word choice to express the writer’s ideas.

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