Grammar and proofreading skills
Error Detection, Claity Enhancement, Style Consistency, Tone Refinement, Message Precision
Course aim
In a busy PR and comms environment, it’s easy to rush our writing and hit ‘send’ unaware of embarrassing typos and grammar mistakes. This practical workshop is packed with examples and exercises that help you understand the important rules of grammar and punctuation. You’ll learn handy tips which will help you remember them so you can avoid the common mistakes as you write. And you’ll learn how to proofread effectively so you can quickly spot and correct any errors in your work.
Who should attend?
Anyone who wants to improve or refresh their grammar and proofreading skills. The session is also useful for people who need to give feedback on other people’s writing, know something is wrong, but can’t explain exactly what.
What to expect
- A fun learning environment that’s nothing like primary school
- Handy ways to remember the rules so you can understand (and remember) them easily
- Lots of grammar and proofreading exercises so you can practise what you learn
Course objectives
At the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- Write clearly and concisely
- Construct sentences correctly to avoid ambiguity
- Use punctuation (including semicolons and apostrophes) correctly
- Understand the role of different parts of speech
- Understand the importance of subject, verbs and objects
- Make verbs agree with subjects
- Choose the correct pronoun
- Recognise and use problem words correctly
- Work with style and editorial guides
- Proofread more quickly and effectively
- Mark up documents in printed and electronic form
- Avoid the five most common proofreading mistakes
- Spot and correct common grammatical errors
Training that is inclusive: Diverse perspectives and experiences matter to us at the CIPR. We are fully committed to hosting accessible and inclusive training that enables you to attend and engage fully.
Our venues have wheelchair access, hearing loops, toilet facilities are accessible and assistance dogs are welcome. We can also arrange private rooms for prayer or nursing for example. Please email the team to let us know how we can support you.
Interested in running this course just for your team? Get in touch with us at [email protected] to arrange a bespoke or in-house session or Request a quote