Practical Writing

This semester prepares students for many types of writing that they will encounter outside of academic spaces.

$350.00

This semester prepares students for many types of writing that they will encounter outside of academic spaces. Topics include opinion writing, online communication and writing strategies. Modules can begin at any time and may be taken in succession or spaced out over the semester or school year.

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Requirements
Syllabus Overview
Time Expectation:
  • Classes have weekly assignments. All assignments will be due midnight Friday EST each week. Assignments are intended to take approximately 2-3 hours per week.
Class Objectives:
  • Compose well-written emails
  • Understand internet safety and social media pitfalls
  • Develop well-written thank you noted
  • Manage everyday writing tasks like letters, envelopes, and addresses
  • Form fully developed supporting paragraphs
Class Features:
  • Students will have weekly contact with a coach who evaluates mastery and skills.  Coaches also available via email all week long.
  • An online classroom will teach students time management and appropriate cyber behavior in a controlled environment.
All materials will be provided in the class.
Unit 1: Opinion Writing
  • Week 1: Brainstorming, Thesis Statements & Introductions
  • Week 2: Outlining and Organizing
  • Week 3: Writing Clearly
  • Week 4: Fully Developing Your Argument
Unit 2: Online Communication
  • Week 1: Online Communication Skills
  • Week 2: Technical Skills for Online Communication
  • Week 3: Online Profiles
  • Week 4: Sharing Online
Unit 3: Pen to Paper
  • Week 1: Invitations and Thank You Notes
  • Week 2: Everyday Writing Tasks
  • Week 3: Hand-written Communication 1
  • Week 4: Hand-written Communication 2

Syllabus Sample
Practical Writing

$350.00

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