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Syllabus

Introduction to Noun Clauses

Let’s launch into the exciting world of noun clauses! This week, you’ll start by writing an opinion paragraph, which you’ll compare with a final paragraph at the end of the course. This earlier paragraph purely serves as a point of comparison, so it doesn’t need to be perfect. After writing, you’ll learn to differentiate among noun phrases, noun clauses, and other clauses, and we’ll focus on analyzing the roles of noun clauses within a sentence as a whole. By the end of this week, you’ll understand the noun clause basics, a necessary first step for exploring the many types of noun clauses we’ll learn in Week 2. Let’s get started!

More Noun Clauses

You now have a solid understanding of how noun clauses work, so let’s build on that! This week, we’ll focus on writing noun clauses starting with question words and with "whether," "if," and "that." For each of these, you’ll watch an introductory and guided practice videos that give you tips on the independent practice exercises. After that, you’ll practice, check your answers, and take a short quiz. Finally, you’ll show what you’ve learned by writing your own sentences with this week’s noun clauses. By the end of the week, you’ll feel much more confident writing a variety of noun clauses. Ready? Let’s do it!

Preparing to Write Using Noun Clauses

Let’s take your noun clauses up a notch! This week, we’ll examine one last type of noun clauses with words such as "whenever," "wherever," or "whoever." Then, you’ll learn how to avoid learners’ common mistakes. After each lesson, you’ll practice and take a quiz to check your understanding. Finally, we’ll transition to the topic of writing with a lesson on the ways noun clauses are used when writing about opinions, and you’ll read a sample opinion piece. By the end of the week, you’ll have the tools to tackle Week 4’s challenge: writing your own opinion paragraph.

Writing with Noun Clauses

Now is your time to show off what you’ve learned about noun clauses and opinion writing. First, I’ll give you some pointers on writing a fantastic opinion paragraph with a variety of noun clauses. After you write, you’ll compare this week’s and Week 1’s paragraphs, and in a discussion post, you’ll reflect on how your writing has improved throughout the course. Finally, you’ll submit your paragraph, and you’ll evaluate another learner’’s paragraph for its use of noun clauses. By the end of this week, you’ll clearly see that your hard work with noun clauses has really paid off!

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Explores types of noun clauses using various methods

Suitable for learners of English as a second language

Teaches advanced grammatical forms of English

Builds on knowledge of noun phrases and clauses

Requires learner experience with grammar

Uses simple language and clear explanations

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Enhance your Writing with Noun Clauses with these activities:

Review the basics of grammar

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Strengthen your foundation by reviewing the essential concepts of grammar, fostering a deeper comprehension of noun clauses and their role in sentence structure.

Browse courses on English Grammar

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Identify areas of grammar that need improvement.
Review grammar rules, definitions, and examples.
Complete practice exercises to test your understanding.

Read a book on grammar

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Strengthen your understanding of noun clauses by exploring a comprehensive grammar book, providing additional insights and examples to enhance your learning.

View The Elements of Style, Fourth Edition on Amazon

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Read the chapters on noun clauses.
Take notes on the key concepts and examples.
Complete the exercises at the end of each chapter.

Watch video tutorials on noun clauses

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Supplement your learning by exploring video tutorials that provide visual and auditory explanations of noun clauses, reinforcing your understanding.

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Search for video tutorials on noun clauses.
Identify reputable sources.
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Participate in a discussion forum on noun clauses

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Engage with peers in a discussion forum to share knowledge, ask questions, and enhance your understanding of noun clauses through collaborative learning.

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Join an online discussion forum dedicated to noun clauses.
Post questions and participate in discussions.
Provide feedback and support to other learners.

Create a noun clause study guide

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Compile a comprehensive study guide that outlines the key concepts and examples of noun clauses covered in the course, supporting effective review and revision.

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Gather your notes, assignments, and other course materials.
Identify the main concepts and examples of noun clauses.
Organize and synthesize the information into a coherent study guide.

Complete practice exercises

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Practice using noun clauses in a variety of ways, allowing for better retention and understanding of the material.

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Review the lesson material on noun clauses.
Complete the practice exercises for each lesson.
Check your answers against the answer key.

Write a blog post about noun clauses

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Consolidate your knowledge and improve your writing skills by composing a blog post that explains the concepts and usage of noun clauses.

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Revise and edit your blog post.

Mentor a fellow student who is struggling with noun clauses

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Enhance your understanding by aiding a peer who is grappling with noun clauses, reinforcing your knowledge and developing your teaching abilities.

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