AW Syllabus

Advanced Writing 

 (Spring 2020)

Course Description

This course is designed to improve your paragraph and essay writing skills. Throughout the course, we will focus on different types of essays, effective organization, and the key elements of excellent writing.

Course Objectives

As a consequence of taking this course, the student should accomplish the following objectives:

• Increase your confidence and improve your ability to write in English.
• Learn the proper writing structure and tone for different types of essay writing.
• Improve your ability to communicate in English in various written forms.

IV. Course Requirements

Textbook:         Great Writing 4: Ken Folse

• 1 large notebook to take notes and for in-class exercises
• Pen/Pencil / Dictionary / Notebook / A4 Report pad / Folder for writing
• Bring TEXT BOOK, NOTE BOOK AND PEN/PENCIL, to EVERY

Grading System

Homework                                   40%

Free-Writing Journal                    10%

Participation                                 10%

Midterm exam                              15%

Final exam                                    25%

 * Turn in 5 English Café slips for 1 percent added onto your grade.

 VII. Class Policies:

1. Class attendance is mandatory.  You are allowed 3 unexcused absences.  Four unexcused absences will earn you a failing grade.  Please be on time and come to every class.
2. Cell phones must be turned off or set on silent mode, AND PUT AWAY.  NO TEXTING IN CLASS!
3. There will be writing homework every week. Homework turned in late will not receive full marks.
4. Plagiarism of any kind on any writing assignment will not be tolerated and will result in a zero.
5. This is a writing class, but it is very important only one person speaks at a time. Please do not speak when I am explaining something or when your classmates are speaking. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask.
6. Cheating during the examination will not be tolerated.  The student concerned shall be dealt with accordingly.
7. This is an English class. Please try to ONLY speak English, especially when doing group work. If you speak to each other in Korean, you won’t be practicing your English properly.

Final Exam: Research Essay

For your final exam, you must choose a topic from the provided list, research that topic, and write a 5 paragraph essay. You will be evaluated based on your writing style, grammar, and quality of research done. With your final essay you must include a list of websites you used to find your information. Many of the topics are very broad, so if you want to research something specific within that topic you can.

Final Thought:

I will make minor changes to the course if I feel that they will give you more opportunity to enhance your English abilities. The more you bring to this course, the more you will get out of it. I would much rather you try your best and make mistakes than be shy and stay silent. No one is perfect so I expect you to be respectful and supportive of your classmates at all times. Please, if you have any questions or concerns see me after class or during my office hours. It is best to contact me via e-mail.