Self-Editing and Publishing for the Web
WCWP-X403.13
The ability to edit your own written work is a skill that's highly valued by employers and publishers. This class focuses on strengthening your writing for the web using journalistic techniques. Whether you want to create blog content, feature articles, or marketing copy, it is essential to organize your writing in logical, clear, and engaging ways. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to recognize good writing, critique their own work, write clean copy, and edit content for optimal readability.
There are no required textbooks for this class. All readings will be provided.
CLASS OFFERED FOR THE LAST TIME FALL 2026.
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This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.
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All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.
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Lauren Flenniken
Lauren is an English language and writing instructor with more than 15 years of experience teaching domestically and abroad. She holds a B.A. in English from UC Santa Barbara and an M.A. in English from California State University, Long Beach, and has furthered her expertise with a TEFL Certification from Oxford Seminars and a TESOL Certification from UC San Diego.
She currently teaches at California State University San Marcos, Palomar Community College, MiraCosta College, and UC San Diego Extended Studies, where she brings her expertise in grammar, English language, and academic writing to students at every level, from foundational coursework to advanced research writing.
Her teaching career has taken her around the world. Before returning to San Diego, Lauren served as a Level Coordinator and English Instructor at Salalah College of Technology in Oman and taught high school English in Jeju-do, South Korea, where she also wrote for the Jeju Weekly.
Beyond the classroom, Lauren is an active member of CATESOL and has presented at UC San Diego Extended Studies on preparing ESL students for college writing. She also served for six years on the board of Surf for CF, a cause close to her heart.
She has completed coursework in teaching adults online and is currently pursuing a professional certification in college counseling through UC San Diego’s Department of Extended Studies.
When she’s not in the classroom, Lauren enjoys surfing, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
