Online Class: Essay Crafting 101 — Turning Ideas into Masterpieces

This course will examine the nature, history, and structure of essays; the various types of essays; and provide a refresher course in English grammar, focusing on the parts of speech and rules for good syntax.

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  • 12
    Lessons
  • 13
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 4,173
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 5
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.5
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Imagine a skill so versatile and powerful that it opens doors to academic success, professional recognition, and personal growth. Essay writing is not just about stringing words together-it's about expressing ideas, influencing minds, and crafting narratives that resonate. Whether you're a student aiming for higher grades, a professional seeking to refine your communication, or a lifelong learner passionate about expressing yourself clearly, Mastering the Essay is your ultimate guide to unlocking your potential.

In today's interconnected world, the ability to communicate effectively is not just an advantage-it's a necessity. Employers consistently rank strong writing skills among the most desirable qualities in a candidate, and academic institutions emphasize clear, structured thought as the cornerstone of success. Yet, for many, the art of essay writing feels daunting, even elusive. This course changes all that. It's not just about learning to write an essay-it's about mastering the art of persuasion, storytelling, and clarity that leaves a lasting impact.

Your Journey to Writing Excellence Starts Here

Mastering the Essay takes you on an immersive journey, unraveling the mysteries of effective essay writing step by step. Together, we'll explore the essence of what makes an essay compelling. You'll discover how to turn abstract ideas into cohesive arguments, how to breathe life into your words, and how to craft essays that not only inform but inspire.

But this course goes beyond the basics. It doesn't just teach you how to write-it shows you why writing matters. You'll delve into the nuances of structure and flow, learning how each element of an essay works together to captivate your reader. From selecting the perfect thesis to crafting introductions that hook, body paragraphs that build, and conclusions that linger, you'll gain the confidence to tackle any writing challenge.

What Makes This Course Different?

This isn't just another writing class. It's a transformative experience designed to make you fall in love with the process of writing. While other courses might teach formulas, we focus on helping you find your unique voice. Here, you'll learn to:

  • Think Like a Writer: Writing isn't just about putting pen to paper-it's about critical thinking, creativity, and clarity. Discover how to approach any topic with curiosity and confidence.
  • Refine Your Style: Great essays aren't just well-organized-they're elegant. Learn how to choose precise words, craft powerful sentences, and weave your ideas into a seamless narrative.
  • Polish to Perfection: The best essays aren't written-they're rewritten. You'll master the art of revision, learning how to refine your work until it shines.

Why This Course is Essential

Imagine presenting your ideas in a way that leaves professors impressed, colleagues inspired, and readers captivated. Imagine turning a skill that many fear into one of your greatest strengths. This course doesn't just teach you to write-it empowers you to communicate with clarity and purpose, unlocking opportunities in every aspect of your life.

The world is built on words, and mastering essay writing gives you the tools to shape that world. Whether you're penning a personal narrative, drafting a persuasive argument, or crafting a professional report, this course equips you with the skills to make your message heard. You'll leave not just with better essays, but with the ability to think critically, argue effectively, and write with impact.

Ready to Begin?

The beauty of writing is that it's a skill anyone can master with the right guidance and dedication. This course is your guide, your mentor, and your cheerleader, designed to make you fall in love with the process of writing and see the incredible results it can bring.

So, are you ready to transform your writing and your future? Enroll in Mastering the Essay today, and take the first step toward becoming the confident, skilled, and inspiring writer you've always wanted to be. Your journey starts here. Let's begin.

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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
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Lesson 1. Anatomy of an Essay

12 Points
For the purposes of this course, an essay is defined as "a short written piece of non-fiction, often expressing the author's own personal and well reasoned viewpoint, presented in an organized and professional way."
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Introduce Yourself
  • Assessment: Lesson 1: Anatomy of an Essay

Lesson 2. Grammar Basics. Part I. The Parts of Speech

10 Points
In English, there are eight distinct parts of speech, adjectives, adverbs, conjunctions, interjections, nouns, prepositions, pronouns, and verbs.
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2: Grammar Basics, Part I – The Parts of Speech

Lesson 3. Grammar Basics. Part II. Capitalization and Punctuation

8 Points
With a basic review of the parts of speech completed, we can now turn our attention to other crucial grammatical issues, capitalization and punctuation.
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3: Grammar Basics, Part II – Capitalization & Punctuation

Lesson 4. Grammar Basics. Part III. Subject-Verb Agreement and Other Writing Mishaps

9 Points
This lesson will examine the common errors made with regard to subject-verb agreement, as well as a number of other common and troublesome writing errors.
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: optional-APPENDIX.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 4: Grammar Basics, Part III – Subject-Verb Agreement & Other Writing Mishaps

Lesson 5. Types of Essays

10 Points
This lesson examines each of the major types of essay based on these rhetorical modes, providing a brief definition for each, and further notes on using each style to the writer's advantage.
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5: Types of Essays

Lesson 6. Topic and Thesis Selection

9 Points
This lesson delves into the methodology for selecting and narrowing an appropriate topic for your essay.
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6: Topic & Thesis Selection

Lesson 7. The Argument, Research, and Citations

9 Points
This lesson provides insights into creating a rationale for the thesis statement backed by other sources and sound thinking.
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7: The Argument, Research & Citations

Lesson 8. Outlining the Essay

9 Points
This lesson covers the basic organizational structure common to many essays, as well as the role of reason in establishing a coherent, logical framework, on which to base the actual written text.
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8: Outlining the Essay

Lesson 9. The Introduction

8 Points
This lesson will examine various details of the introduction, including how to capture the readers' attention, and some poor introductory styles to avoid.
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 9: The Introduction

Lesson 10. The Body and Conclusion

10 Points
This lesson will take a closer look at paragraph structure and how to create a satisfying conclusion for an essay.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10: The Body and Conclusion

Lesson 11. Revisions and Finishing Touches

9 Points
This lesson discusses the process and techniques used for revising and polishing essays for maximum impact when they are finally read by the intended audience.
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 11: Revisions & Finishing Touches

Lesson 12. Some Final Writing Pitfalls to Avoid

8 Points
This lesson examines each of these pitfalls and provides suggestions for the aspiring essayist on how to avoid them.
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: optional-APPENDIX.pdf
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 12: Some Final Writing Pitfalls To Avoid
111
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe the anatomy of an essay.
  • Define the parts of speech.
  • Demonstrate capitalization and punctuation usage.
  • Recognize subject-verb agreement and other writing mishaps.
  • Describe types of essays.
  • Formulate topic and thesis.
  • Define the argument, conduct research and record citations.
  • Outline the essay.
  • Create the introduction.
  • Create the body and conclusion.
  • Revise the essay.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Essay Crafting 101: Turning Ideas into Masterpieces
Course Number: 57700120
Lessons Rating: 4.4 / 5 Stars (2,207 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is accessible online throughout all states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It's also available in top English-speaking countries like the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Last Updated: March 2024
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.5 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: Dana Kristan
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "My instructor had patience, she worked with me over and over until I understood what I have to write." -- Deborah E.
  • "This course was extremely helpful. I am an English teacher and needed this course for CE so I was very familiar with the material provided. It gave me a new insight to teaching essay writing and research writing that I have not seen--or rather seen put together so well!" -- Amy B.
  • "My prof was superb in extending her helping hand to understand all my downs in going through with this course." -- Mary Ann C.
  • "I found the explanations extremely helpful. I also liked how everything was divided into sections where it was easy to read." -- Patricia P.
  • "I enjoyed the instructor's comments and the coursework." -- Kathy C.
  • "What was most helpful was the instructor correcting my grammer and spelling." -- Patricia N.
  • "ALL THE LESSONS ESPECIALLY THE LAST 4. THEY BROUGHT ALL THE CLASS INFORMATION TOGETHER. VERY HELPFUL IN COMPLETING THE ESSAY." -- Roland H.
  • "The progression of the assignments were most beneficial. By gradually building from learning the parts of speech and sentence structure, to outlining and drafting I acquired a strong foundation from which I built my final essay." -- Joan C.
  • "This instructor was very detail oriented and helpful." -- Chandradarshini B.

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