English Foundation Development

Skylark English foundation development course

Here’s a structured outline for an English grammar course that can be offered both online and on campus. This course is divided into modules that progressively build on each other, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of English grammar.

Module 1: Introduction to English Grammar

1: What is Grammar?

    • Definition and Importance
    • Overview of Parts of Speech

2: Basic Sentence Structure

    • Subject, Predicate, and Objects
    • Types of Sentences (Declarative, Interrogative, Imperative, Exclamatory)

Module 2: Parts of Speech

1: Nouns

    • Types of Nouns (Common, Proper, Abstract, Collective)
    • Plural Nouns and Possessive Nouns

2: Pronouns

    • Types of Pronouns (Personal, Possessive, Reflexive, Relative, Demonstrative)
    • Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement

3: Verbs

    • Types of Verbs (Action, Linking, Helping)
    • Verb Tenses and Forms

4: Adjectives and Adverbs

    • Types and Uses of Adjectives
    • Types and Uses of Adverbs

5: Prepositions, Conjunctions, and Interjections

    • Prepositions and Prepositional Phrases
    • Coordinating and Subordinating Conjunctions
    • Interjections and Their Usage

Module 3: Sentence Structure

1: Simple Sentences

    • Subject and Predicate
    • Independent Clauses

2: Compound Sentences

    • Coordinating Conjunctions
    • Conjunctive Adverbs

3: Complex Sentences

    • Subordinating Conjunctions
    • Dependent Clauses

4: Compound-Complex Sentences

    • Combining Compound and Complex Sentences

Module 4: Punctuation

1: End Punctuation

    • Periods, Question Marks, Exclamation Points

2: Commas

    • Comma Usage Rules
    • Common Errors

3: Semicolons and Colons

    • When and How to Use Them

4: Quotation Marks and Apostrophes

    • Direct Speech and Quotations
    • Possession and Contractions

 

Module 5: Agreement

1: Subject-Verb Agreement

    • Singular and Plural Subjects and Verbs
    • Special Cases

2: Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement

    • Consistency in Number and Gender

Module 6: Modifiers and Parallelism

1: Adjectives and Adverbs as Modifiers

    • Placement and Usage

2: Dangling and Misplaced Modifiers

    • Identifying and Correcting Errors

3: Parallel Structure

    • Importance and Examples

Module 7: Advanced Grammar Concepts

1: Active and Passive Voice

    • Forming and Using Different Voices

2: Conditional Sentences

    • Types and Usage

3: Reported Speech

    • Direct vs. Indirect Speech

Module 8: Practical Application

1: Writing with Clarity

    • Avoiding Common Errors

2: Editing and Proofreading

    • Strategies for Effective Revision

3: Grammar in Different Contexts

    • Formal and Informal Writing

Assessment and Evaluation

  • Quizzes and Tests
    • After each module
  • Assignments
    • Practical writing tasks
  • Final Exam
    • Comprehensive assessment of all modules
  • Peer Review and Feedback
    • Interactive sessions for feedback.

Delivery Methods

Skylark Online Portal
  • Video Lectures: Recorded sessions for each lesson.
  • Interactive Quizzes: Auto-graded quizzes after each lesson.
  • Discussion Forums: For peer interaction and instructor Q&A.
  • Assignments Submission: Online submission and grading.
  • Live Webinars: Periodic live sessions for Q&A and discussions.
  • YouTube: The Skylark YouTube launch periodically videos about this course 
On-Campus
  • Lectures: Classroom teaching for each module.
  • Interactive Sessions: Group discussions and activities.
  • Workshops: Hands-on practice and exercises.
  • Office Hours: Instructor availability for individual queries.
  • Assignments: Physical submission and feedback sessions.
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