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These four-week classes will be taught in person on the De Anza College campus.
INTRODUCTION TO BASIC HIGH SCHOOL WRITING STRUCTURES*
Entering Grades 9-10 – This course will teach students to engage in writing as a process, with particular attention to diction, argumentation and thoughtful integration of evidence. Students will learn to craft a basic, five-paragraph essay – emphasizing structure, clarity and argument – in response to informational texts and fictional short stories. Students will also
learn to recognize and correct grammatical errors involving subject-verb agreement, verb form, verb tense, pronouns, modifiers, fragments, run-ons and basic punctuation. This highly interactive class includes peer review, drafting and workshops.
PERSUASIVE WRITING AND THE FUNDAMENTALS OF ARGUMENT*
Entering Grades 9-12 – This course emphasizes rhetorical study and evidence-based analytics and argumentation in clear and efficient writing. Students will analyze and discuss literary, historical and expository texts, while learning about the creation of a clear
and arguable thesis, interesting introductions and conclusions, thoughtful outlining and correct mechanics. Students will also practice writing persuasive essays that employ rhetorical strategies and sound principles
of argument. The course is designed to help students develop the depth and scope of their writing, while improving their research skills.
*Meets Common Core standards
Register at deanza.edu/academy For questions, email communityeducation@deanza.edu
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July 1-26
GRADES 9-12
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS