Writing Skills

Program Description

This program serves as an introduction to academic writing for English Language Learners, with a primary focus on structured essay development and grammatical correctness. Learners will review foundational grammar terminology, master the mechanics of building effective sentences and paragraphs, and construct clear thesis statements alongside well-organized introductions and conclusions. Additionally, the course emphasizes university standards regarding academic honesty, proper quoting practices, and accurate source citation.

Program Objectives

• Construct complete academic essays incorporating clear introductions, developed body paragraphs, and cohesive conclusions.
• Formulate effective topic sentences and substantiate arguments using relevant textual evidence.
• Apply appropriate quoting techniques and accurately cite sources in alignment with academic integrity standards.
• Utilize strategies for writing longer, structured academic texts with clear thesis statements.
• Demonstrate improved grammatical correctness and sentence-level clarity in written communication.

Target Skills

Program Details

level: Beginner to Intermediate

note: This program is self-paced, designed for knowledge enrichment without issuing a certificate.