Writing and Research Skills
- 2-week course; weekday mornings (9:00 to 11:30 AM)
- 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.
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