Developing a Range of Writing Styles: By completing various writing assignments, including informal essays, persuasive essays, personal narratives, creative writing pieces, and poetry, learners will develop the ability to adapt their writing style to different purposes and genres.

Critical Reading and Analysis: Through the reading of short stories, ballads, epics, and optional mythological texts, students will improve their ability to critically read, analyze, and interpret various forms of literature.

Research and Information Synthesis: In the research paper assignment, learners will practice conducting research, evaluating sources, and synthesizing information to support their arguments, enhancing their research and information literacy skills.

Effective Communication: Writing essays, creative pieces, and participating in a book report and review will help students hone their skills in effective communication, clarity, and organization of ideas.

Literary Analysis: Learners will develop the ability to analyze and interpret literature in a structured manner, evident in the literature analysis essay assignment, thus improving their critical thinking and literary analysis skills.

Revision and Improvement: The opportunity for a final revision in the last week of the course encourages students to refine their work, apply feedback, and showcase their growth as writers. This promotes a culture of continuous improvement and self-assessment.

Homework Offered
Learners will have weekly writing assignments that they will write and submit for feedback.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Feedback will be provided both in-text and on a rubric for each assignment that is submitted on or before the due date.
Grades Offered
An optional grade report is made available upon request.