Creative and expository writing for college bound students.

This year-long class will prepare students for successful academic and creative writing on the college campus. The course includes:

• In-depth exposition of advanced grammar and syntax rules
• Interactive classroom environment with generous group practice of grammar rules and applications
• Emphasis on the building of an advanced vocabulary
• Development of observation skills and descriptive techniques for more detailed and expressive writing
• Understanding of basic story elements and development of strong narrative skills
• Overview of literary devices and practice employing them in creative writing
• Study of how to plan, write and revise a research paper using standard MLA format to prepare students for a college environment
• Examination of six basic essay types and practical skills for writing laudable essays in both timed and untimed settings
• Advanced proofreading and revision skills