Students will learn strategies to become more effective writers in English at an advanced level (CLB 7-9). Students can expect to practice their writing in a less intensive, low-stakes atmosphere. Key components include essay structure and coherence, self-analysis of writing, paraphrasing & summarizing, and writing techniques. Focus A and Focus B can be taken in any order.
Prerequisites
CLB 6 or equivalent; or department approval.
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What you will learn
- Reflective and persuasive essays
Formal and academic emails
Basic essay structure
Complex sentence structures to create coherence in reflective and persuasive writing
Process writing techniques – brainstorming, outlining, drafting, peer editing and revision
Paraphrasing and summarizing techniques
Vocabulary development strategies, such as collocation use and word forms
Understanding and incorporating feedback on writing
Academic integrity in different environments in an increasingly digitized world
How to register
Please contact the School of Instructor Education at 604.871.7488 or 604.871.7499 or by email at advising@vcc.ca to apply.
For more information, please see the PIDP Program Content Guide.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42793 |
April 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 |
Online | Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61116 |
August 4, 2026 to August 31, 2026 |
Online | Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.