Writing and Research Skills
- 2-week course; weekday mornings (9:00 to 11:30 AM)
- maximum of 10 students
- for students who have completed any of Grades 5 to 8
- for students who are comfortable writing complete sentences and paragraphs
This motivating course:
- develops written communication and research skills, challenging each student at their own level of development
- sparks an enthusiasm for writing
- provides innovative and dynamic approaches to promote self-confidence and success in the writing process
- teaches life-long skills of collecting and organizing information as well as recording research information in an effective format
- teaches organizational techniques for writing, including note-taking strategies
- develops technical writing skills
- incorporates computers as a tool for written expression.
Our goal is to foster enjoyment of writing by bringing out the confidence in each student.
Student Comments
“The teacher values your work and your creativity.”
Grade 6 student
“I think the course is great. I have learned how to use 84 words in 3 minutes! It’s fun to come and try to progress in writing and C.O.P.S.!!!”
Grade 5 student
“It has really helped me with my grammar tests and spelling tests.”
Grade 6 student