Grammar Refresher

1 day

Audience

Prerequisites

Those wanting to express their ideas more clearly and effectively. Participants learn to improve their communication skills immediately by applying the standards of good writing in a relaxed atmosphere.

Participants should have a fundamental understanding of the English language

Goals/Objectives

·   Recognize and use standard English

·   Explain when to use the active voice and when not to use it

·   Select the correct verb tense

·   Use non-sexist language

·   Correct misplaced and dangling modifiers

Outline/Table of Contents

·   Sentence structure

·   Subject-verb agreement and noun-pronoun agreement

·   Correct use of pronouns

·   Punctuation

·   Confused and abused words

Recommended follow-on courses:

·   Plain Language: Writing for Success

·   Writing Winning Reports