Writing Essentials
Writing Essentials
Master the essentials of writing, and become the stellar wordsmith you always wanted to be! In this course, you’ll develop the skills you need to excel at business communications, express yourself clearly online, and take your creative literary talents to a new level.
Whether you’re hoping to get a better job, write for a blog, or publish your short story, this course will give you the writing tools you need for success. It’s also a perfect choice if you speak English as a second language. With the knowledge and hands-on practice you gain from this course, you’ll be able to express yourself clearly and persuasively in writing—both in your personal life and in the business world.
Syllabus
- Lesson 1 – Writing: Your Dynamic New Tool
- Lesson 2 – Words: Picking the Right One
- Lesson 3 – Spelling: Tips and Practice
- Lesson 4 – Usage: Which Word Goes Where
- Lesson 5 – Sentences: Writing Them Effectively
- Lesson 6 – Ending Punctuation: When, Where, and Why
- Lesson 7 – Commas: Mastery at Last!
- Lesson 8 – Semicolons, Colons, and All the Rest: A Quick Review
- Lesson 9 – Paragraphs: How They Help You Communicate
- Lesson 10 – Formatting: Tools and Tips to Help Your Content Shine
- Lesson 11 – Writing for Electronic Media: Quirks and Characteristics
- Lesson 12 – Putting It All Together: Writing Well!
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
<ul><li>6 Weeks Access</li>
<li>Course Code: wre</li>
<li>Start Dates* Jan 12 | Feb 09 | Mar 16 | Apr 13</li>
<li>$187.00 USD</li></ul>
Ann Linquist is a continuing education instructor on college campuses, at corporations, and with non-profit organizations. She has helped thousands of adults learn to tackle their writing tasks with enthusiasm. Having written everything from novels to newsletters, articles to ad copy, Linquist is able to address the writing needs of each individual. The breadth of her background ensures a powerful, involving learning experience that builds on the strengths of each participant.
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