Class size is limited. A series of essays, short stories, and poetry will be read and analyzed for the stylistics used as well as the content. In June, an exam will be given by ETS which will enable students to gain college credit - in some cases as much as one year's college credit. Class size is limited. Daily discussions of the student's work comprise the core of the class activities.
Every student is required to complete a major work in each of the three areas of writing.
This course is designed for the novice public speaker and teaches the principles of speech composition. Students learn to speak before a group, practice job interviews, and become involved with the techniques used in successful group discussions. The major areas of writing include news stories, features, editorials and columns, interviews, reviews, sports as well as writing copy for advertising. Layout, design, photography and cartoons are also explored. In addition to the writing and planning skills covered, the ethics of the field are covered in theoretical as well as practical ways.