Kathy Marin
December 10, 2009
English Student
Letter of Advice
English Department
Ventura College
To Prospective English Student:
English classes can be a little scary, but fear not. I made a list on how to prepare for English classes, so you know what to expect.
- Be prepared in more ways than one. There is a lot of writing that is involved in getting a good grade. We have to write three different essays three to six pages long, and had a two page paper every class meeting. It sounds like a lot, but it will help you become a better writer.
- Read all the material that is given to you. Getting behind is the last thing you want to do especially in an English class.
- Don’t talk in class it disrupts everyone in class, and it’s annoying to the people that are actually there to learn.
- Come prepared with all the material that is due or is needed to better understand the lecture, and I would suggest reading ahead if possible it’s always a good thing.
- Find time to study. You’re looking at 5 to 6 hours a week even more depending on how much work you have.
- Find a good support group in class it’s always nice when you have others motivating you.
These are key things to know before signing up for English. There are great instructors at Ventura College, but I would recommend Gwendolyn Alley. She’s tough but a challenge is always good especially when there is room for improvement. I wish you luck and hope you learn a lot, like I did.
Sincerely,
Kathy Marin
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