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Course Description

Good grammar is the bedrock of good writing. Designed for native or near-native speakers of English, this course will help you improve your skills in grammar and punctuation, whether you write for personal satisfaction or as part of your job. We'll review the basics of grammar and usage so you can write with more confidence, coherence and energy. Exercises and assignments will help you master the techniques of clear, correct and effective writing.

Learning Outcomes

  • Know the basic grammatical structures of English.
  • Apply correct punctuation and usage.
  • Produce clear, cogent prose.
  • Learn about writing support resources and how to use them.

This course may be applied towards the SCS Certificate(s) in

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Type
Online with Real Time Meetings
Dates
Jun 05, 2025 to Aug 21, 2025
Contact Hours
36.0
Delivery Options
ON-LINE  
Course Fees
Instructors
Section Notes

Textbooks are required for this class.

Go here for instructions on how to order your textbook.

You will receive login information for your online classroom, Quercus (UofT Learning Management Engine) via email.

Go here for information on when you will receive your access information.

This class is delivered Asynchronously. Learning materials for this course will be provided weekly on Quercus and can be reviewed at any time.

This course has a mandatory webinar component. Webinars will be held on:

  • Thursday, June 12, 2025 (6:30–8:30pm ET): Review of Modules 1–2
  • Thursday, July 10, 2025 (6:30–8:30pm ET): Review of Modules 3–6
  • Thursday, August 14, 2025 (6:30–8:30pm ET): Review of Modules 8–11

For technical requirements, please go here.

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Delivery Options
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Course Fees
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