Improve Your Writing - Intermediate Focus B (ELSK 0947)
Students will learn strategies to become more effective writers in English at an intermediate (CLB 5-6) level. Students can expect to practice their writing in a non-intensive, low-stakes atmosphere. Key components include paragraph structure, self-analysis of writing, paraphrasing, and writing techniques. Focus A and Focus B can be taken in any order.
Course code: ELSK 0947
Credits: 0.0
Length: 40.0 hours
Campus: Broadway
Broadway
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
CLB 4 or equivalent; or department approval.
| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location |
|---|---|---|
| 42951 | April 2, 2025 to April 30, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes Location: Online |
| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location |
|---|---|---|
| 61468 | July 29, 2025 to August 28, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes Location: Online |
Additional Information
- Expository and opinion paragraphs
Formal and academic emails
Basic paragraph structure – topic sentence, support, conclusion
Sentence structure (coordination, subordination) connected to expository and opinion writing
Process writing techniques – brainstorming, outlining, drafting, peer editing and revision
Simple paraphrasing and summarizing techniques
Vocabulary development strategies, such as collocation use, word forms, Academic Word List
Understanding and incorporating feedback on writing
Academic integrity in different environments in an increasingly digitized world
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.