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EDIT250

Grammar

A command of grammar is one of the best tools for making you a more confident writer or editor. Strong grammar skills allow you to express your ideas clearly, experiment with style and improve the writing of others—without changing an author's voice.

In this course, you will focus on the basics of English grammar, with particular emphasis on common errors. Topics will include the key parts of a sentence, sentence structure, punctuation, consistency, and more.

You should have a strong command of spoken and written English. This is not an EAL course.

Note: Grammar: A Quick Review of Common Puzzles in Today's English (EDIT230) was the previous version and is equivalent to this course.

This course is available at the following time(s) and location(s):

Campus Session(s) Starting Instructor(s) Cost Seats available  
Online - Wednesday, Jul 04, 2018
Schedule details
  • Wed, Jul 04, ---
  • Wed, Jul 11, ---
  • Wed, Jul 18, ---
  • Wed, Jul 25, ---
  • Wed, Aug 01, ---
  • Wed, Aug 08, ---
 Amy Robertson $642.00 26 Register
Online - Wednesday, Sep 05, 2018
Schedule details
  • Wed, Sep 05, ---
  • Wed, Sep 12, ---
  • Wed, Sep 19, ---
  • Wed, Sep 26, ---
  • Wed, Oct 03, ---
  • Wed, Oct 10, ---
 Amy Robertson $642.00 30 Register

Instructional hours: 18

For online offerings, registration may close up to two business days before the course begins. Your course begins on the first date listed and ends six days after the last date listed. The interim dates/times are not your actual online class times.

What will I learn?

By the end of the course, you will be able to do the following:

  • Identify and correct common errors in sentence structure
  • Improve writing by identifying and correcting common grammatical errors
  • Apply the rules of punctuation
  • Assess a piece of problematic writing and determine the most effective editing approach

How will I learn?

  • Readings
  • Discussions
  • Exercises

How will I be evaluated?

  • Assignments and class participation: 55%
  • Final exam: 45%

Textbooks and learning materials

Will provide all course materials online.

Hardware and software requirements

  • Microsoft Word

We deliver this course using SFU's online course management system, Canvas. You will receive course details and Canvas access instructions on the first day of the course. You can check if your browser is compatible with Canvas here.

English language skill

To succeed in this course, you will need an advanced level of written and spoken English. If you are unsure whether your English language skills are sufficient, we recommend you complete the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with the following minimums:

  • Overall band score minimum 6.5
  • No band below 6.0
  • Writing band score minimum 8.0

Please note we can't refund your registration fees after the course start date if you find your English language skills are not adequate.

If you have questions or concerns about your English language proficiency, we encourage you to contact your local IELTS Test Centre.

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