Online Class: ESL Basic Grammar
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11Lessons
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3,901Students
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6Hours
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0.6CEUs
Course Description
Mastering English: A Comprehensive Guide to Grammar and Effective Writing
Language serves as a bridge, connecting diverse minds and facilitating the exchange of ideas. English, with its global reach, is an especially potent medium of this communication. However, to harness its full potential and express oneself with clarity and impact, one must grasp its intricate grammar and nuances. Welcome to our extensive course on English grammar and writing—an empowering journey that transcends basic rules and explores the art of effective communication.
Understanding the Significance of English Grammar:
In today's globalized world, English is more than just a language—it's a powerful tool that drives commerce, fuels diplomacy, and fosters cultural exchanges. According to recent data, over 1.5 billion people worldwide are learning English, a testament to its significance. Yet, despite its widespread use, many struggle with the foundational elements of English grammar, affecting their confidence and efficacy in both personal and professional settings.
But why is grammar so pivotal? Grammar is the mechanism that brings coherence to our thoughts, allowing us to convey complex ideas, emotions, and information with precision. It's the difference between being understood and being overlooked. In professional arenas, from corporate boardrooms to academic circles, proficient grammar can influence career trajectories, enabling job promotions, academic acclaim, and increased earning potential.
Course Offerings:
Our meticulously curated course caters to a diverse audience—from those for whom English is a second language, to native speakers aiming to refine their skills.
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Introduction to ESL Grammar: Dive into the essence of English grammar, exploring its significance and foundational principles.
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Nouns: Understand the role of nouns, their types, and their application in framing meaningful sentences.
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Verbs: Delve into the dynamic world of verbs, their tenses, and their crucial function in denoting actions and states.
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Using Pronouns Properly: Grasp the importance of pronouns in preventing repetition and ensuring sentence variety.
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Using Prepositions: Learn about these vital linguistic connectors that lend context and clarity to sentences.
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Conjunctions: Understand how conjunctions weave together ideas, enriching content and improving flow.
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All About Adjectives and Adverbs: Dive deep into these descriptive tools, enhancing the vividness and specificity of communication.
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Sentence Structure Know-How: Master the architecture of English sentences, ensuring clarity, coherence, and impact.
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Writing Basics: Beyond individual components, understand the art of crafting compelling narratives, persuasive arguments, and impactful content.
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Punctuation, Numbers, and Time: Navigate the subtleties of punctuation, ensuring precision, while also mastering the linguistic representation of numbers and time.
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Write What You Mean and Mean What You Write: Imbibe the ethos of authentic and purposeful communication, a skill that elevates mere content to compelling prose.
Rather than viewing grammar as a rigid set of rules, we encourage students to see it as a toolkit—a means to shape ideas, share stories, and influence audiences. This course offers more than just knowledge; it promises transformation—a shift from apprehensive speakers to confident communicators.
Whether you're looking to elevate your academic essays, communicate more effectively in a global business environment, or simply gain a deeper appreciation for the English language, this course is your comprehensive guide.
Remember, English grammar isn't just about correctness; it's about clarity, credibility, and connection. Join us on this enlightening journey and redefine your relationship with the English language.
Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Introduction to ESL Grammar
The study of any language can often be frustrating and confusing. However, proper speech and grammar is important in all areas of society, from securing employment, advancing in careers and communicating equally well with friends, family, and strangers.Lesson 2: Nouns
Proper use of nouns will help to create clear and accurate sentence structure. This lesson will also discuss proper nouns, plural nouns, nouns-verb agreements, and other aspects of one of the most common and basic structures in English.Lesson 3: Verbs
Verbs express action. They can also express certain conditions or states of being. In a properly constructed English sentence, a verb is usually connected to somebody or something doing or performing the action.Lesson 4: Using Pronouns Properly
This lesson will introduce and offer basic explanations and examples for the use of personal, relative, and interrogative pronouns in everyday English usage. It will also briefly cover possessive, reflexive, and intensive pronouns.Lesson 5: Using Prepositions
Prepositions primarily describe two different types of relationships: time and place. This lesson will explain when to use a preposition, and how best to use it in a wide variety of situations.Lesson 6: Conjunctions
This lesson will introduce and cover the four main types of conjunctions that are commonly used in everyday scenarios. Because conjunctions join phrases, words, and sentences together, they are commonly used, but one of the least understood parts of speecLesson 7: All About Adjectives and Adverbs
Adjectives and adverbs, which help to provide description to nouns and verbs, are also known as modifiers. Modifiers are words or a group of words that help to explain about other words.Lesson 8: Sentence Structure Know-How
While no one will expect your grammar to be perfect, it is important to study the basics of sentence structure in order to make yourself understood. This lesson will help English students to understand the difference between passive and active voice.Lesson 9: Writing Basics
Writing clear and understandable documents and papers requires knowledge of writing basics that include proper punctuation, noun-verb agreement, and attention to moods -- as well as avoiding run-on sentences.Lesson 10: Punctuation, Numbers, and Time
Rules for grammar and punctuation have changed over the ages, but they continue to define standards that help English speakers around the world more easily master the written language.Lesson 11: Write What You Mean and Mean What You Write
Speaking and writing English properly takes time and effort that many students are unwilling to put into their studies. However, speaking clearly and being able to convey ideas, thoughts, and expressions are methods of communication that can't be ignored.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe and recognize nouns.
- Describe and recognize verbs.
- Use pronouns properly.
- Use prepositions properly.
- Identify conjunctions.
- Demonstrate proper use of adjectives and adverbs.
- Demonstrate proper sentence structure use.
- Demonstrate correct use of punctuation, numbers and time.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information
- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
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Student Testimonials
- "I liked using this course as a review on writing components and skills that are important for writing and talking to others. I liked how the instructor put together the course material and the quizzes. I liked how she complemented me on my assignments and quizzes." -- Oksana B.
- "The instructor was very nice and was really quick to email back." -- Devin S.
- "This instructor really knows her stuff. She is very friendly and helpful." -- Jennie W.
- "I am very satisfied with this course." -- Meishan F.
- "The instructor was very supportive!" -- Alma G.
- "She was very helpful and kept you inform." -- Harold S.
- "The class and instructor were both great!" -- Chloe T.
- "The instructor has this course very organized and is an expert in English grammar. The most helpful part of the course was how to write better sentences and verbs." -- Maria A.
- "The instructor was very nice and was really quick to email back." -- Devin S.
- "The part most helpful for me, was the exercises in each lesson. Amazing!" -- Yakelis D.
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