Fundamentals of Grammar

Catalog description

Focuses primarily on understanding and demonstrating basic principles of grammar. Includes instruction in the conventions of Standard English (students needing remediation, advanced ESL students, returning students whose writing skills are rusty, and students in Certificate Programs not requiring writing instruction). Discussion of, and individualized practice with, grammatical rules and sentence skills address the needs of students wishing to improve their writing through formal instruction. Acquaints students with basic conventions of Standard English, covering grammar, punctuation, and mechanics. Reviews parts of speech and usage, as well as phrases, clauses, and basic sentence structure. Through analyzing and writing sentences, as well as completing short exercises, students improve their sentence skills and demonstrate their understanding and mastery of clear and readable prose.