Students will learn and practice the basic usages for how to use commas, colons and semicolons. We will first start with an introduction to colons and provide a very basic and easy way to remember their usage. (Colons primarily specify a previous reference) We will then introduce semicolons and their usage. (Semicolons primarily connect related ideas) Students will then be given practice involving the usage of each mark. They will have the opportunity to practice and we will discuss the answers after completion. Afterwards, students will be introduced to key usages of commas including some that are commonly understood and some that are not as commonly understood. 

I have trained students privately in writing and language arts the previous 11 years. My first emphasis involved essay writing and instructor students, both children and adults to build essays  or improve their written expression because my degree was in communication. Later, I added the literary emphasis to my repertoire as well.  Now, I work with students in most common facets of English Language Arts, including reading comprehension, writing, and literature. 

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Homework will be optional since it is a single session course and the content is relatively easy. I will send practice to anyone who indicates a willingness to complete it. 
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