English Composition Syllabus
English Composition Syllabus Course
Course Title: | [COURSE TITLE] |
Credits: | [CREDITS] |
Instructor: | [INSTRUCTOR] |
Schedule: | [SCHEDULE] |
Location: | [LOCATION] |
Textbook: | [TEXTBOOK] |
Description: | [DESCRIPTION] |
Assessments: | [ASSESSMENTS] |
Grading: | [GRADING] |
Office Hours: | [OFFICE HOURS] |
1. Description
This course is designed to improve students' writing abilities across a range of styles, focusing on the development of ideas into cohesive, compelling narratives. Students will explore different types of essays, learn to construct clear, concise arguments, and enhance their research skills.
2. Instructor Information
Name: [YOUR NAME]
Contact: [YOUR EMAIL]
3. Learning Objectives
Improve writing abilities across various style.
Learn the process of developing ideas into cohesive, structured contents.
Acquire knowledge about different types of essays and how to construct them.
Develop clear and concise arguments in writing.
Enhance research skills for strong content development.
4. Course Schedule
Week | Topic | Assignments |
|---|
1 | Introduction to Writing | |
2 | Essay Structure | |
3 | Argumentative Writing | Introduce argumentative writing techniques Draft second essay Peer review and revise second essay Finalize portfolio for submission
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5. Required Reading and Materials
On Writing Well by William Zinsser
The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr.
They Say, I Say by Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein
Several short stories and essays (to be provided)
A notebook and pen for note taking and exercises
6. Assignments and Assessment
In-class Writing Exercises
Throughout the course, students will be asked to participate in writing exercises designed to improve their writing skills in real time.
7. Required Resources:
Textbook: "The Writer's Handbook" by Lester Faigley
Online Writing Resources: Purdue OWL, Grammarly
Writing Software: Microsoft Word, Google Docs
8. Course Policy
9. Grading Policy
Assessment Component | Weightage |
|---|
Class Participation | 30% |
Homework Assignments | 30% |
Final Project | 40% |
10. Disclaimer
This syllabus serves as a comprehensive guide for navigating the course. However, it should be noted that alterations or modifications may occur, provided that there is sufficient advance notice given beforehand. The modification of the syllabus is subject to change, implying that this current version is not permanently fixed and could be updated as necessary throughout the course duration.
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