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Mechanics of Writing Workshop

Strong writing skills are a prerequisite for success in high school, college and beyond. In this course, you’ll strengthen your writing skills and master topics like grammar, sentence and paragraph structure, and narrative organization. Come away with some new skills to include in your writer’s toolkit.

What You'll Learn

  • Common types of academic essays and important grammar concepts 
  • Strategies for strengthening your writing and organizational skills 
  • Tips to help you outline, draft and revise your work 
  • How to provide and receive constructive feedback  
  • How to create a portfolio of your work 

Who Should Register 

This course is for sixth to eighth graders. It’s not a creative writing course, and it’s not for those who need remedial writing help. All students should have a high level of English language proficiency.

Instructor

Lisa Muschinski

More Information

This online course is taught using Canvas and Google Sites. Classes meet in real time and are not recorded. To participate, you should have access to a computer with a high-speed internet connection and a headset and webcam.   

There’s a nonrefundable $50 registration fee each quarter you register. See the FAQs page for details about registration, refunds, waitlists and more. 

Details

Jan 13–Mar 12, 2026
Day
Tue, Thu
Time
6 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Location
Online (Zoom)
Cost
$700
Refund Deadline
Dec 1, 2025
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