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An Introduction to Academic Writing - LAC010
with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS
An Introduction to Academic Writing This course is designed to prepare non-credit ESL students for the credit ESL program. Students work on writing well-formed sentences using academic language. They also learn to apply an organizational plan in developing clear and cohesive paragraphs. Emphasis is on expanding use of academic vocabulary, writing with topic sentences, supporting details, correct verb tenses and word forms. Textbook required. Prerequisite: LLC 110-123 and ELLW 1-2, or ESL 063 C to A and ESL 061 C to A, or ESL 065 C- to D- or placement upon initial registration. Classes are offered in person on the Lynn campus.
Intermediate-Advanced English Pronunciation for ESL Students LAC204
with MULTIPLE INSTRUCTORS
Intermediate-Advanced English Pronunciation for ESL Students This course is intended for students at the high-intermediate to advanced level who want to further improve their English pronunciation to communicate more successfully with native speakers. The focus is on differentiating between more complex vowel and consonant sounds as well as practicing more complicated American English stress and intonation patterns. Textbook required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Low-Intermediate English Pronunciation or placement upon initial registration. Class is offered in person on the Lynn campus.
NOVEL BOOTCAMP: PART 1 - LAC140
with ANTHONY GANGI
Novel Bootcamp: Part 1 Attention fiction writers! Join author and former Bantam Doubleday Dell editor, Anthony Gangi, who will guide you through the steps of getting from beginning to end of that ever-elusive first draft of a novel (a work of fiction). With a bulk of the writing being done outside of class time, this intensive course will guide you through the process of writing a novel with a full draft completed by the end of the eight week cycle. Particular attention will be paid to structure, characterization, and dialogue. Support will be provided by the instructor and fellow students. Please note, this class is specifically geared towards the fiction writer.