Three examples of correction symbols. In the first sentence, word order (WO) is wrong. The second sentence is an example of wrong punctuation (WP). Finally, the last sentence illustrates incorrect subject-verb (S-V) agreement. (Image courtesy of MIT OpenCourseWare, based on content by Patricia Brennecke.)
Instructor(s)
Patricia Brennecke
MIT Course Number
21G.228 / 21G.227
As Taught In
Spring 2007
Level
Undergraduate / Graduate
Course Description
Course Features
Course Description
This workshop is designed to help you write clearly, accurately and effectively in both an academic and a professional environment. In class, we analyze various forms of writing and address problems common to advanced speakers of English. We will often read one another's work.