参考样本 2011 Spring Syllabus-09本写作.doc

Course Syllabus English Writing (6) About the Course: Course Title English Writing (6) Course Code 115029 Students Third-year students of English majors for four-year program Period Spring, 2012 Credits 2 Total Class Hours 32 Course Description English Writing course is designed for students in their third grade who need to further improve their abilities in English writing. Knowing how to communicate clearly and effectively, changing writing style and content for varying audiences and purposes is crucial for English major students. This course starts with the introduction of how to write better description in English, followed by book reports writing and discussions on how to effectively use cohesive devices to help readers follow the thoughts of the writer from one paragraph to another, and then focuses on the techniques in writing a convincing argumentation. Finally yet importantly, the courses will be ended with the introduction and exercises on the process of researching and writing a term paper. To meet that end, well-designed assignments will cover a variety of tasks produced under different segment, some done quickly during class and some polished and perfected over time. Students completing the semesters work should see a visible improvement in your writing, especially in terms of describing and arguing. Instructors and Contacts Instructor Fu Jinliang Bai Ruifang Telephone Number 88286890 E-mail Address fujinliang@; bairuifang@ Office Address Room 311 Lecture Building 4 Room 304 Lecture Building 4 Office Hours 2:00-5:30 PM every Tuesday and Thursday Learning Objectives Upon the completion of the course, students will be able to: Understand the purpose of English writing; Gain experience in writing descriptive essays, book reports, argumentation essays, etc.; Better understand how to communicate effectively by focusing on the audience, the purpose, and the style of your writing; Understand differ