The Learning Tower
Learning Program

Master English 
Vocabulary       25 new words per week, reviews, and quizzes to reinforce
Grammar          1/2 chapter per week, exercise, reviews, and quizzes to reinforce
Writing              One paper per week. Summary, analysis, evaluation, comparison, and contrast
Presentations     Briefs and public speaking practice and techniques

Effective Communications Techniques
Clear                  Easy to understand
Concise             To the point, brief, unambiguous
Correct             Grammar ... all of it
Accurate            Facts are on target
Compelling        Gets attention and keeps attention

Prepare for the College Years
PSAT / SAT Review and Preparation
Occupational Quarterly Handbook (Job Prospects After College)
Resumes
Resume Attachments
Cover Letters for Internships, Summer Jobs, and College Application Packages 
Portfolio of Accomplishments
College Applications
College Essays

Required Text Books
Merriam-Webster's Vocabulary Builder
The Random House College Dictionary (or equivalent)
Roget's Pocket Thesaurus
Harper Collins College Outline English Grammar

Student Requirements
Expect to learn
Come prepared
Do the work
Keep a positive, can-do-it attitude
Keep your parents involved

Contact
Peter Hébert
c/o The Learning Tower
13252 Country Ridge Drive
Germantown, Maryland 20874
Phone (301) 540-9328
E-mail peterhebert@erols.com

Credits
This Web Site was conceived by Peter Hébert.
© 1999 The Learning Tower is an educational non-profit organization.

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