UQx: English Grammar and Style

UQx: English Grammar and Style

by The University of Queensland

English Grammar and Style

Course Description

Welcome to "English Grammar and Style," an engaging and comprehensive course designed to enhance your writing skills and deepen your understanding of the English language. In today's digital age, where communication through various mediums is more prevalent than ever, mastering the art of effective writing is crucial. This course offers a unique blend of grammatical principles, writing techniques, and practical applications that will transform your approach to the written word.

What You Will Learn

  • Reliable identification of word roles and relationships within sentences
  • Mastery of grammatical concepts and syntactical strategies
  • Application of knowledge to produce coherent, economical, and compelling writing
  • Skills in critiquing and editing your own and others' writing

Prerequisites

This is an introductory-level course, and there are no specific prerequisites. A basic understanding of English is sufficient to begin this learning journey.

Course Content

  • Fundamentals of grammar and its importance
  • Sentence structure and common sentence-level problems
  • Verbs: types, tenses, moods, and voices
  • Nouns and pronouns: form, function, and usage
  • Adjectives and determiners
  • Adverbs and conjunctions
  • Prepositions and paragraph development
  • Punctuation: rules, usage, and common mistakes
  • Writing style and effective communication

Who This Course Is For

  • Students looking to improve their academic writing
  • Professionals aiming to enhance their business communication
  • Content creators seeking to refine their writing skills
  • Non-native English speakers wanting to master English grammar
  • Anyone interested in the intricacies of the English language and effective writing

Real-World Applications

  • Crafting compelling essays, reports, and academic papers
  • Writing clear and persuasive business emails and proposals
  • Creating engaging content for blogs, social media, and websites
  • Improving personal communication in both written and spoken forms
  • Enhancing career prospects by demonstrating strong language skills
  • Editing and proofreading work more effectively

Syllabus

Week 1: Introduction to grammar, standard English, and word functionality
Week 2: Sentence structure, parts of speech, and common sentence-level problems
Week 3: Verbs: types, tenses, moods, and voices
Week 4: Nouns and pronouns: form, function, and common issues
Week 5: Adjectives and determiners: usage, order, and comparison
Week 6: Adverbs and conjunctions: function, placement, and degrees of comparison
Week 7: Prepositions and paragraph development
Week 8: Punctuation: rules, usage, and common mistakes

Learning Methods

The course employs a variety of learning methods, including video interviews, mini-lectures, readings, quizzes, writing activities, and assignments. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in discussions and peer assessments, creating a rich, interactive learning experience.

Conclusion

By the end of this course, you'll have a solid foundation in English grammar and style, empowering you to write with confidence and clarity across various platforms and purposes. Join us on this exciting journey to unlock the full potential of your writing skills!

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