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Analysis of writing strategies; comprehension of the various stages of the writing process; refining your writing and comprehension skills.

This course aims to give you more competence in writing and focuses on the process of writing. Students are introduced to the variety of writing techniques (strategies) by working on different writing tasks in class. Other aspects include discussions in groups and individual reflections on writing as well as a profound training of language (writing) skills.

Hands-on teaching activities; lecture, discussion, group projects; using various feedback techniques (e.g. peer feedback, critical in-class analysis of student writing); hands-on writing activities.

Homework assignments, reflection paper, exam.

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