Checkpoint - A Basic Punctuation Package
We communicate much faster these days – by text, by phone and by e-mail – and this means that many people struggle with punctuation. According to one survey, 17% of all business letters sent contain punctuation errors [1].
Incorrect punctuation not only looks unprofessional, it can actually change the meaning of what you write. So if you want to get your message across clearly, it’s vital that you develop the skills you need to punctuate written English properly. Checkpoint is packed with clear rules and simple tips that take the mystery out of punctuation. The course shows you when to use capital letters, commas and full stops, how to use apostrophes correctly, when to use a hyphen and how to use bullets and numbers to write lists. The course also contains a handy Rule Book for you to print out and take away.
[1] WhiteSmoke, January 2007
What will you learn?
When you have finished the course, you will find it easier to:
- Use capital letters correctly
- Use full stops, question marks and exclamation marks to punctuate sentences
- Group sentences into paragraphs
- Use commas in lists and in sentences
- Use apostrophes correctly
- Punctuate speech
- Understand and use the hyphen
- Use bullets and numbers to write lists
What should you already know?
The staff at your local learndirect centre will assess your skills. Once they have assessed your skills, they will help you to decide if this is the right course for you.
Course level
| Beginner |
| Beginner plus |
| Intermediate |
| Advanced |
How long does it take?
Mid-length Course - our mid-length courses take 10 - 40 hours to complete. You can work through this course at your own pace.
What's involved?
CD ROM - This is a computer based training course contained on a CD-ROM. Your CD ROM will be despatched to you by post within 8 working days of purchase.
Course Code: 100214BS001
