Writing Skills courses
Modules of 20 – 30 hours (depending on participants’ level of English)
Minimum level of English: CEF level B2, Cambridge First (FCE) or equivalent
Outline of topics covered:-
| Preparing to write | Clarity, Style and Tone | |
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Who is the reader Why do I need to write What shall I write Writing process |
Clarity Style Tone |
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| Linguistic Functions | Structure | |
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Making reference Polite phrases Stating understanding Generalising Explaining Opinions and recommendations Obligation/necessity Degrees of certainty Focusing attention Contrasting Emphasising Expressing alternatives Giving examples Offering further assistance Sequencing and listing Results and consequences Stating purpose Stating method Stating conditions Stating conclusions Summarising |
Sequencing ideas Paragraphs Linking Headings and sub-headings Layout letters/reports/memos Fax and email |
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| Punctuation | ||
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Commas Colons Semi-colons Apostrophes Capital letters |
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| British and American variations | ||
| Some common differences | ||
| Cohesion | Common problems | |
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Connectors Reference words Referring to other parts of text |
Grammar Vocabulary |