Advanced IEW Writing
Teacher: Donna Cantu
Grades: 10 - 12
Meets: TBD
Class Description: This class is designed for the writer who would like to be challenged. The format will follow the intermediate program which includes a research paper, Sat writing, literary analysis, and short story publishing. We will review proper mechanics, dress-ups, and openers used in effective essay writing. I will require more advanced stylistic techniques and figurative language to be included in their writing. This class will fully prepare the college bound student for university level writing.
Prerequisites: Beginning/Intermediate IEW or teacher permission
Maximum number of students that you will allow to take this class: 8
Cost per student (numeric only): $50 per month
Homework: There will be 3-4 hours of homework a week depending on the assignment and level of student. To maximize our learning, students will also be required to present papers to the class.
Supplies that the students should bring to class:
To help prepare you for a rewarding and memorable writing class, I will need each of you to have the following materials with you the first day of class:
1. 3 ring binder (preferable 1 1/2 "- 2")
2. 5 tabbed dividers
3. Loose leaf paper
4. Pen and pencil
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