Advanced WritingProfessional

Course Overview

In Advanced Writing, students will learn to plan and write a more sophisticated argument essay, identify plagiarism and explain how to prevent it, read and analyze several articles to form their own opinion on a topic, make connections between several articles, form thesis statements from their readings, and use sources effectively when writing an essay. This course is the third in the Academic English: Writing specialization and is designed to help students prepare for college-level work. The free version of this class gives students access to all of the instructional videos and handouts, while the paid version also includes peer feedback and quizzes.

[Applications]
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to apply their knowledge of advanced writing to their academic and professional writing. They should be able to plan and write a more sophisticated argument essay, identify plagiarism and explain how to prevent it, read and analyze several articles to form their own opinion on a topic, make connections between several articles, form thesis statements from their readings, and use sources effectively when writing an essay.

[Career Paths]
1. Content Writer: Content writers create content for websites, blogs, and other online platforms. They research topics, write articles, and create content that is engaging and informative. Content writers must be able to write in a variety of styles and formats, and be knowledgeable about SEO and digital marketing. This job is growing in demand as more businesses move online and need content to attract customers.

2. Copywriter: Copywriters create copy for advertisements, brochures, and other marketing materials. They must be able to write persuasive copy that is both creative and effective. Copywriters must also be able to write in a variety of styles and formats, and be knowledgeable about SEO and digital marketing. This job is growing in demand as more businesses move online and need copy to attract customers.

3. Technical Writer: Technical writers create technical documents such as user manuals, product specifications, and other technical documents. They must be able to write in a clear and concise manner, and be knowledgeable about the product or service they are writing about. This job is growing in demand as more businesses move online and need technical documents to explain their products and services.

4. Grant Writer: Grant writers create grant proposals for organizations and businesses. They must be able to write persuasive proposals that are both creative and effective. Grant writers must also be knowledgeable about the organization or business they are writing for, and be able to research and analyze data. This job is growing in demand as more organizations and businesses need grant funding to support their operations.

[Education Paths]
1. Bachelor of Arts in English: A Bachelor of Arts in English is a great way to develop your writing skills and gain a deeper understanding of the English language. This degree program typically includes courses in literature, composition, linguistics, and creative writing. It also provides students with the opportunity to explore various genres of writing, such as fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. Developing trends in this degree path include the use of digital media and technology to enhance the learning experience, as well as the incorporation of interdisciplinary studies.

2. Master of Arts in Creative Writing: A Master of Arts in Creative Writing is a great way to hone your writing skills and develop your own unique style. This degree program typically includes courses in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and playwriting. It also provides students with the opportunity to explore various genres of writing, such as memoirs, screenplays, and short stories. Developing trends in this degree path include the use of digital media and technology to enhance the learning experience, as well as the incorporation of interdisciplinary studies.

3. Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing: A Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing is a great way to take your writing to the next level. This degree program typically includes courses in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and playwriting. It also provides students with the opportunity to explore various genres of writing, such as memoirs, screenplays, and short stories. Developing trends in this degree path include the use of digital media and technology to enhance the learning experience, as well as the incorporation of interdisciplinary studies.

4. Doctor of Philosophy in English: A Doctor of Philosophy in English is a great way to become an expert in the field of English literature and writing. This degree program typically includes courses in literature, composition, linguistics, and creative writing. It also provides students with the opportunity to explore various genres of writing, such as fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. Developing trends in this degree path include the use of digital media and technology to enhance the learning experience, as well as the incorporation of interdisciplinary studies.