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Proofread Your Writing

Learn the keys to effective proofreading, from checking content, spelling, grammar, syntax, tone,
to proper formatting. All emails, reports, presentations and blog posts need to be well edited before you hit send. There is no room for sloppy writing. With this course you can master the ways to spot and correct errors in your writing and that of others.

Objective

The objective aims to equip participants with the tools and knowledge needed to enhance the quality of their written work through effective proofreading.

Outline

1. Proofreading checklist and tips

2. 7Ps process for writing and proofreading

3. Macro and micro editing skills

4. Fundamental errors made by writers

5. Common word choice errors made

6. Checking for grammar errors

7. Grammar singular and plural versions

8. Checking for correct usage when proofreading

9. Avoiding common spelling errors

10. Punctuation errors to avoid

11. British and American English differences

12. Proofreading exercises and practice sessions

Who should attend

All levels of executives, non-executives, managers, engineers, specialist personnel, media and editing personnel, business and technical writers, academic staff, professors, trainers, teachers, curriculum developers, admin and secretarial personnel who need to proofread their writing to perfection.

Methodology

A combination of visually-stimulating guidelines on spotting slips ups in grammar, usage, punctuation, group discussions, practical tips and sessions, worksheets, checklists, and video clips.

Testimonials

Profile of SANDRA SANDU

SANDRA SANDU FCMC, MEd

“Brilliant, engaging, practical trainer with wealth of global experience.” IBM

Sandra Sandu is an inspiring and passionate global trainer with a 29-year track record in training employees of corporations across twenty-five countries in the Asia Pacific.

More than half a million employees from leading multi-national corporations in government and government sector have benefited from her training.

Sandra has several prestigious qualifications from leading professional institutions
1. Master’s Degree in Education distinction, MEd (Training and Development) Sheffield University UK
2. Advanced Full Certificate in Training and Development ACTA all 6 modules at Institute of Adult Learning
3. Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics Regional Language Centre (RELC)
4. Specialist in English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
5. Diploma in Speech and Drama Trinity College London, UK
6. Certified Management Consultant, CMC since 1993
7. Fellow Institute of Management Consultants, (FCMC) since 2002
8. Certified Trainer, Tony Buzan Mind Mapping and Thinking
9. Certified Trainer, American Management Association
10.Certified Trainer, Multiple Intelligences Mind Resources
11.Coach, Business Thinking Systems Sydney
12.Completed Strategic HR at INSEAD School of Business, Singapore
13.Listed in International Directory of Professionals since 1997.
14.Author of "Getting Ahead In Your Career" Guidebook.

“Sandra’s sessions are always highly interactive and engaging with lots of hands on experience and positive outcomes.”

“Sandra listens, analysed our needs and delivers what we need. Our participants benefited immensely”.

“Sandra has conducted several workshops for us for our heads of department and engineers. Feedback is always rated excellent.”