Writing 2 Syllabus

Writing 2
Bunkyo Gakuin University
Spring 2009

Class A (10:40-12:10) and Class B (1:00-2:30)
Bruce Brinkman
CTR2
Textbook: From Great Paragraphs to Great Essays

Other materials: Students are also expected to have A4 size paper, pencils and pens of several colors for editing purposes, and access to a computer, word processor, or typewriter (to produce and edit typewritten documents).

Assessment:
Grades will be determined from:
Attendance (20%)
Participation (20%) 10% Self-Assessment & 10% by Teacher
Tests and Writings (50%) Written work and tests
Chat Lounge Report (10%) Visit the Chat Lounge once or more
Learning Journal (10% bonus) Maintain an online journal or blog in English

The schedule may change slightly.
Pay attention in class for announcements of changes to the schedule.
Schedule:

2009 Dates (Friday)
Lesson Plan

Week 1
April 10
Course introduction, Note cards

Week 2
April 17
Unit 1 Introduction to Paragraphs

Week 3
April 24
Unit 1 Introduction to Paragraphs

Week 4
May 1
Unit 1 Introduction to Paragraphs

Week 5
May 8
Unit 2

Week 6
May 15
Unit 2

Week 7
May 22
Unit 2

Week 8
May 29
Unit 3

Week 9
June 5
Unit 3

Week 10
June 12
Unit 3

Week 11
June 19
Unit 4

Week 12
June 26
Unit 4

Week 13
July 3
Unit 4

Week 14
July 10
Last class day!
All written assignments due, self-evaluation, course evaluation.

July 17
No Class

Week 15
July 24
Exam Week (No exam in exam week for this class)

Let’s work hard to develop our English writing power!