Effective Writing Syllabus

Instructor: Ms. Beussman

Available hours for extra help: Before school at 7:45 or earlier by appointment, after school, 2nd hour.

Course Description:

This class is designed to improve writing skills for everyday use beyond high school. The class focuses on nonfiction writing including the following: business letters, essays, reports, and resumes.

Course Objectives:

Learn writing skills commonly used in business world and daily life.
Compose writing with attention to audience, organization, focus, quality of ideas, and a purpose.
Use standard English practices of spelling, grammar and usage.
Research information in reference materials using print, electronic databases, and online resources.

Requirements:

Grading will be based on assignments, journal entries, projects, tests, and quizzes
Meeting deadlines is a critical life skill. All deadlines will be announced in advance. You are responsible for submitting your work on time. If work is late, points will be deducted.
If you are absent the day of a deadline, the assignment will be due the following school day. If you know in advance you will be gone, you should hand in your assignment in advance.
If you are absent the day of a test, plan to take the test the day you return to school. Extended absences will be given appropriate time to complete work.
Refer to student/ parent handbook for rules on attendance, tardies, detention, etc.

Materials: Notebook, Pencil, Folder.