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Roadmap

Click the image on the left to view the Roadmap. Use the Roadmap as a guide to go through what needs to be completed in this unit.

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Unit 1 Introduction

The purpose of this video is to highlight some of the topics of focus this unit. If you find that you still have questions after viewing, contact your instructor for clarification.

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Competencies and Objectives

By the end of this unit the student will be able to formulate written communications using Standard English grammar and appropriate word usage by:

  1. Identifying parts of speech.
  2. Applying principles of verb sequence and tense in a variety of situations.
  3. Applying principles of subject/verb and pronoun/antecedent agreement.
  4. Applying Standard English grammar rules.
  5. Selecting words to achieve the intended purpose and level of formality.

Reading Materials: Chapter 5

Read chapter 5 in "Strategies for Successful Writing, Concise Edition: A Rhetoric and Reader" textbook.
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Content Review: Chapter 5

The purpose of this video is to spot light key areas of the reading, not to replace it. Pay close attention, many of these topics may be in your assignment, discussion, or test.

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Content Highlights: Chapter 5

Please click on the link to begin reviewing the content highlight flashcards. These flashcards will cover important topics from your assigned readings for this unit. Please pay close attention because this material may be covered on your test.

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Practice Scenario

The purpose of the practice scenario is to give you a chance to recreate an on the job situation. Choose your response carefully and be sure to read the feedback provided about your answers.

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Unit 1 Summary

You made it through unit 1. The purpose of this video is to summarize the main topics that you covered in this unit. If you find that you still have questions after viewing, contact your instructor for clarification.

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Let's Talk! Due Wednesday (Graded)

Now we get a chance to talk about what you've learned! Please click on the "Discussions" link located on the left side of your window. Once inside, click on the "Unit 1 Discussion" link, and read the instructions. You are required to submit your initial post to the discussion topic by Wednesday at 11:59PM and you are required to post two responses to your classmate’s discussions by Sunday at 11:59PM.

Let's Work! Due Sunday (Graded)

Now you get a chance to write about what you've learned! Please click on the "Assignments" link located on the left side of your window. Once inside, click the "Unit 1 Assignment" link, and follow the instructions. You are required to submit your assignment by Sunday at 11:59PM via the dropbox.

Let's Test! Due Sunday (Graded)

The final component of your Unit 1 tasks is the test. Consider it an opportunity to demonstrate your level of comprehension and understanding.

Once you are ready, please click on the "Tests" link located on the left side of your window. Once inside, click the "Unit 1 test" link, and follow the instructions.

If you have any trouble or questions, please reach out to your instructor for assistance.

Unit 1 Completed!

Congratulations! You have completed the first unit of your course.