BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//132.216.98.100//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.20.4// BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20260625T093905EDT-4222OeCz0W@132.216.98.100 DTSTAMP:20260625T133905Z DESCRIPTION:DescriptionThis workshop aims to help graduate students with gr ammatical and stylistic features of English sentences that are often chall enging for academic writers. You will reflect on your own academic sentenc es and review English sentence types and clauses. You will also learn and practice “Smart Sentence” strategies\, adapted from the work of Helen Swor d and others\, to improve the structure and style of sentences in your pap ers. Using these strategies\, you will be better able to transform unclear and convoluted sentences into ones that are not only grammatical\, but pr ecise\, vigorous\, and enjoyable to read.Learning ObjectivesParticipants w ill:• Learn the “topic and stress” approach to sentence structure and styl e• Apply the “Flabby or Fit?” Test to their academic sentences• Learn Smar t Sentencing strategies• Practice revising their work using the strategies discussed• Understand the “house” metaphor for sentence logic and clause combinationsInstructionsHave on hand a recent paper you have written or ar e in the process of writing (a draft is fine). Each part of the workshop w ill include applying the sentence strategies to your own writing. You may also have on hand a copy of a well-written published paper.FacilitatorRené e Lallier teaches academic writing to graduate and undergraduate students at the 91 Writing Centre. Renée is a former CEGEP literature professor and has been an instructor with the MWC since 2014. Her current academic interests focus on helping emerging scholars write academic papers that ar e a pleasure rather than a chore to read.Date\, Time\, & LocationThis work shop will be offered online via Zoom on Friday\, November 15 2024\, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. You will receive the Zoom link in a confirmation email once you register. DTSTART:20241115T163000Z DTEND:20241115T180000Z SUMMARY:Smart sentencing: Academic Writing with Style URL:/involvement/channels/event/smart-sentencing-acade mic-writing-style-358757 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR