230515 Basic Writing (S) (SoSe 2007)

This course is intended to prepare you for the types of writing you
will need in your English studies and in your personal and
professional life as a university-educated speaker of English. The goals
will be: to learn the formal characteristics of text types such as
personal letters, business letters, job applications, essays, summaries
and research papers; to improve the structure and organization of your
written work; to develop your grasp of grammar and extend and refine
your vocabulary so that you can express yourself clearly and correctly.

There will be required weekly writing exercises that will be corrected
and returned to you for discussion and revision. These will form the
basis for the portfolio you will submit for a grade. There will also be
at least one in-class test of summary writing--this is also a
preparation for the Proficiency Test to be taken in your 5th semester.

It is recommended that you take Grammar before taking this course, if
possible.