Fall 2016 Course Syllabi

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Course Name : ASC 087 College Writing Preparation - Online
Course Description: This course will give students confidence in writing for other college
courses and for the workplace. Emphasis is placed on writing that is clearly and simply stated.
Students will learn to use correct grammar to write error-free sentences, solid paragraphs, and
well-organized essays.
Credits: 3 semester credits
Prerequisite(s): None
Delivery Method: Online
Course Objectives/Student Outcomes:
It is expected that students will be able to
Demonstrate an understanding of the rules of grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and usage.
Write clear, error-free sentences.
Write topic sentences for paragraphs.
Use details and examples to support topic sentences.
Write solid paragraphs
Instructor: Faye Bernstein
Office: Online
Office Hours: Use the e-mail tool within the online course to communicate with the instructor.
Course e-mail messages will be checked daily. If you have a technical problem, contact the
Distance Education office (1-888-918-5623, toll free)
Class Schedule: Online
Textbook:
Sentence Skills, Form A, John Langan, McGraw Hill, 8th Edition, 978-0-07-312374-5
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Course Requirements:
Independent Practice:
Read the assigned pages in the textbook and do the chapter activities. Starting with Chapter 4,