BUILDING WITH THE BASICS:
GRAMMAR AND PUNCTUATION

Try this free association activity: Mention the idea of "grammar training" (taught by Ms. or Mr. Bonebreaker). Then, watch for typical reactions:

"Too many useless rules," "Confusing, never made sense," "Why am I even learning this stuff?" "Hated it, so boring."

 

Well, Building with the Basics: Grammar and Punctuation is NOT taught by Ms. 
or Mr. Bonebreaker! Instead, this two-day workshop is specifically designed to 
be practical, understandable, beneficial, and fun.

"GRAMMAR IS ACTUALLY PRACTICAL!"

You may be surprised to know that grammar rules have changed, some were only myths, and others have even been eliminated! This course focuses on those rules that most impact your writing. For example, did you know that of the approximately 100 grammar and punctuation rules, you need to know only about 25 of them to handle 90% of your writing, editing, and proofreading needs? This workshop emphasizes the most important rules you'll need to know so you can confidently say, "I am now avoiding major grammar glitches and punctuation pitfalls!"

"THESE RULES ARE EASILY UNDERSTANDABLE!"

For those who found grammar to be a confusing maze of illogical rules, you will be amazed at how Comerford Consulting instructors build from one principle to another. A variety of group exercises helps clarify and further illustrate previously cloudy grammar and punctuation rules. Typical reactions to course explanations include, "Where were you when I was in school?" "I thought I'd never understand this, but it seems so much easier now." "Wow, I can do this!"

"THIS INFORMATION IS BENEFICIAL!"

The true purpose of grammar rules is adding clarity to your writing. When documents are constructed correctly, readers don't even notice your grammar and punctuation. But errors jump off the page like cracked ceilings or stained carpets. Corporations demand correctness in written communication, often tying such skills to raises or promotions. This course will help you say, "Great, my new knowledge benefits my readers, my organization, and my image--a triple win!"

"NO KIDDING--LEARNING GRAMMAR IS FUN!"

Building with the Basics was created around a building analogy anyone can relate to. Starting with parts of speech as your bricks, you'll learn to construct the equivalent of a writing mansion. Best of all, pre- and post-assessments prove you've mastered building basics and beyond. You'll surprise yourself by saying, 
"I actually laughed and learned in a grammar class."

Building with the Basics: Grammar and Punctuation Objectives
You will construct more correctly as you edit after you:

• Determine your strengths and weaknesses in grammar and punctuation through a pre-test.
• Learn practical rules of grammar, punctuation, and usage.
• Update your knowledge of current rules with numerous practice exercises.
• Increase your ability to use these rules when writing, editing, and proofreading documents.
• Demonstrate improvement in your skills through a post-test.

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