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Composition Level 5                                   

This class is designed to develop skills in writing, both for essays and for longer papers. You will read, respond to readings, and conduct research. The key here is to learn to use correct grammar, correct punctuation, and learn to express yourself clearly within a fairly short time frame. For more specific information, please see the materials linked to this page.

Class Information Tips for Good Work
Syllabus Tips for good Introductions, theses, and conclusions
Quarter at a Glance - schedule Tips for good Summaries
Orientation Quiz Tips for good Summary Reports
For Reference Tips for outlining summary reports
About Plagiarism Tips for good Cause and Effect essays / papers 
Abbreviations I Use  Tips for good Compare-Contrast essays
Handbook Reference for 5th. Ed.   Tips for solid Argument Papers   
Handbook Reference for 6th. Ed Tips for using Signal Words - transitions     
English Dept. Standard Learning Outcomes (SLO)
Policies and Practices in CC Comp Courses
Evaluating Your Work Assignments
Evaluating Web Resources Assignment 1: Summary
Is your summary good? Assignment 2: Summary Report
Is your essay good? Assignment 3: Cause / Effect
Is your Summary Report Good? Assignment 4: Argument / Persuasion
Is your Cause / Effect Essay Good? Assignment 5: Long paper
Portfolio     Instructions,/Grading Criteria
Portfolio Evaluation Sheet Questions for Bobos in Paradise
For Discussions, a Blog!  
http://composition5.blogspot.com Diana Hacker Exercises

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