When do you use a comma and when a full stop? Does the apostrophe go before the ‘s' or after? Many people struggle with punctuation and if you're one of them, this course is perfect for you! Checkpoint is packed with clear rules and simple tips that take the mystery out of punctuation. Once you have finished the course, you'll be able to get it right in every punctuation situation - and there's even a printable Rule Book to help you!
Outline and learning objectives
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
Course Modules
- Capital City
- Tall Orders
- Just the Job
- Barbecue Bangers
- Birthday Breakfast
- Tell Me About It
- House-hunting
- Tickets Please
Previous Experience Required
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.
How Long Does it Take?
- 10 hours
- You can work through this course at your own pace.
Course Level
What's involved?
CD ROM - This is a computer based training course contained on a CD-ROM. |
