Academic Writing

Course Description

In this course, you will get a lot of help and exercise in writing compositions in English that are organized, clear, and logical, so that you can express yourself in writing.  Even though this is a writing course, you will have a lot of opportunities to talk, read and discuss interesting themes.  Whether you want to use English for personal, academic or work purposes, you will need to have good writing skills.  This course will help you begin the experience of writing and liking it.

Textbook:

Writing from Within (Curtis Kelly & Arlen Gargagliano)

Course Objectives

1. Write expository compositions (compositions that explain things) that are logical, organized and clear.
2. Express your ideas and yourself in writing.
3. Use your writing skills for school, business, on the Internet, or simply to communicate  with other English speakers.
4. Edit your own writing and be able to give feedback to other people's writing.
5. Enjoy the writing experience.