EARLY BIRD WRITING. April 2nd

INTRODUCTION TO WRITING

The goal of my course is to help you develop writing skills for academic (school) and vocational (job) purposes.

You will be encouraged to write on various topics relevant to you and the world around you. Also, I will provide guided practice of vocabulary and grammar.

You will learn about writing conventions in English, since writing style depends a lot on the culture. Russians, Americans, Koreans, Germans – they don’t think in the same way, hence they don’t’write in the same way, either.
You will learn how to brainstorm, write drafts, edit, and how to write journals.

Each of you is requested to buy a binder and create a writing portfolio – a collection of all the writing practice peaces you will have written in the two months we have together.

Since as of this moment I don't know what kind of class you are, I will firt observe your level of proficiency and competency in writing and then decide upon a book.

Some general observations about the course:

Your regular attendance is expected.
Cell phones are not allowed.
You’re expected to speak in English only.

If you need any help, you can visit my office, Professors' Building, Room 824.

Office hours: Thursday 3-4 and 5-6.

If you can't see me during these hours, then call me to schedule another time.

I hope you will learn a lot in this class and also have fun.

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QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR PARTNER.

Work with a partner to create interview questions. The first two have been done for you.

1. Full name
(question) What is your name?
Partner’s answer:
2. Date of birth
(Question) When were you born?
Partner’s answer:
Now, do the same for the categories below: first, write down the questions, aiming for correct grammar and syntax. Then, interview your partner, and he or she will then interview you. Give full-sentence answers.
3.Place of birth
4. Place of residence
5. Family members
6. Hobby
7. Free-time activities on the weekend
8. Occupation
9. Reasons for taking this class and expectations
10.Favourite food
11.Favourite English language movie
12. Reasons for liking this movie
13. Favourite English-speaking actor/actress, singer
14.The best vacation
15. Ideal type of man/woman

HOMEWORK:

Following the categories above, write an introduction of yourself.

E.g.
My name is Lee, Hyo-jin. I was born in 1980 in Nonsan. Now, I live in Seoul. There are four members in my family: my parents, my younger brother and me…..

Please, include a normal picture of yourself (not the one where you look like a model and I can’t recognize you).