Students will learn about the following grammatical concepts:
1. Sentence Construction & Errors, including: Sentence Fragments, Run-on Sentences, and Confusing Sentences
2. Comma Usage and Errors, including: Introductory Elements, Compound Sentences, Superfluous Commas, & Comma Splices
3. Apostrophe Usage and Errors, including: Contractions, Possessives, and Plurals
4. Subject-Verb Agreement & Parallel Structure
5. Misplaced & Dangling Modifiers, Vague Pronouns, and Common Incorrect Word Usage (ex. accept v except)
6. Peculiar Punctuation Explained, including: Colon, Semicolon, Em Dash, & En Dash
7. Putting it All Together through Review

I have been teaching English and writing to students from middle to graduate school for over 20 years. I've helped students write essays, research papers, SAT essays, college application essays, and even edited PhD dissertations. One of my greatest joys is to break down the (seemingly) daunting task of grammar usage and writing into small, manageable, and easy-to-understand steps. Everyone can write, and it's my job to show them how!

Homework Offered
Each class, a short, one-page activity will be assigned to practice what we've learned. Once turned in, the teacher will grade it and give feedback. All homework must be turned in digitally using MS Word, Mac Pages, or Google Docs. PDFs are not accepted.

**All homework is assigned during class and is due by Friday of that week. Assignments that are turned in late do NOT receive feedback. (Individual cases of illness, power outages, etc. will be reviewed by the teacher and the due dates will be amended accordingly.)**
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students are assessed through in-class activities, short homework assignments, and teacher feedback.
Grades Offered