Spelling, Grammar & Punctuation

Suitable for people who would like to improve their written English.

Written English can be difficult to master. It has a myriad of rules but with plenty of exceptions so it’s no surprise that people often go wrong. But don’t worry – you’re not alone with this struggle. We’re here to help you with those elements that regularly trip a lot of people up.

The Course

This course has been specially developed by ECWB tutor, Sara Mace. With over 30 years of experience in helping new writers develop their craft she has seen her students make the same errors time and again. She has brought together the most common mistakes that a lot of people make with spelling, grammar and punctuation so you can learn how to avoid them.

For a full course breakdown please scroll down to the course curriculum.

Exercises And Assignments

Your course includes a variety of exercises, both written and multiple choice to help you practise and remember what you learn. Plus, you have three tutor-marked assignments so you an put into practice your new skills.

Course Outcomes

By the end of your course you will feel a lot more confident with your spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Certificate of Completion

On successful completion of your course you will be rewarded a Certificate of Completion which you will be able to download from your account for your records.

Included With Your Course

For the duration of your course you will have access to Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau's Writers' Community and Zoom Study Sessions where you can meet other writers and ask questions.

Trial Period And Time Limit

You have your course on seven-day trial and six months from the date you enrol to send in your assignments. Your course materials are available as soon as your payment has been successful.

No Qualifications Required To Enrol

It is suitable for people who have a good grasp on the English language but find they need a little extra help with their spelling, grammar and punctuation.

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If you want to improve your spelling, grammar and punctuation then this course is ideal. So, enrol today.
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Course Tutor

Sara Mace

Sara Mace has been a journalist since 1972, starting as a reporter and working her way through the ranks to editor. She has worked on a number of publications, mainly newspapers, one of which she produced alone from home during lockdown. She has been a Writers Bureau tutor since 1993 and teaches journalism, non-fiction writing, and proofreading and copy editing.

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to your Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar Course

    2. WB's Writers' Community

    3. Totum Student Discount Card – UK Students Only

    4. Discounted Writing Magazine Subscription For WB Students

    5. Terms and Conditions of Enrolment

    1. How To Get The Most Out of Your Course - Study Tips

    2. How To Download Your Course Modules

    1. Introduction - Basic Use Of English

    1. Module One - Spelling: the letter q, desert dessert, exercise one, look alikes, exercise two, sound alikes, exercise three, some common mistakes, spelling memory aids, exercise four, double letters.

    2. Revision Exercise

    3. Assignment One

    1. Module Two - Grammar: introduction, one word or two?

    2. Grammar - Exercise One

    3. Module Two - Grammar: proper and common nouns.

    4. Grammar - Exercise Two

    5. Module Two - Grammar: plural nouns

    6. Grammar - Exercise Three

    7. Module Two - Grammar: adjectives, verbs and adverbs.

    8. Grammar - Exercise Four

    9. Module Two - Grammar - split infinitives and sentences

    10. Grammar - Revision Exercise

    11. Assignment Two

    1. Module Three - Punctuation: full stops and apostrophes.

    2. Punctuation - Exercise One

    3. Module Three - Punctuation: parentheses (brackets).

    4. Punctuation - Exercise Two

    5. Module Three - Punctuation: dashes and hyphens.

    6. Punctuation - Exercise Three

    7. Module Three - Punctuation: commas

    8. Punctuation - Exercise Four

    9. Module Three - Punctuation: colons

    10. Punctuation - Exercise Five

    11. Module Three - Punctuation: quotation marks and question marks

    12. Punctuation - Exercise Six

    13. Assignment Three

About this course

  • £124.00
  • 3 Tutor-marked Assignments
  • 7-Day Trial
  • Time-limit: 6 Months

Skills & Equipment Needed To Take This Course

  • Ideal For Beginners

    No qualifications or previous experience needed.

  • Computer

    You'll need access to a laptop or computer with word processing facilities and internet connection.

  • Typing

    You don’t need to be able to touch type; plenty of people get along fine with just two fingers.

  • Receive Email

    Notifications of when your assignments have been marked and community events are sent to you by email.

Improve your spelling, grammar and punctuation skills by enrolling today.

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Terms and Conditions of Enrolment


1. Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau Pledge: For the fees quoted Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau will supply the full course and all the services described on our website. 


2. Course Cancellation: If you wish to cancel your course you must let us know within 7-days of enrolling on your course for a full refund providing you have not submitted an assignment. Submission of an assignment commits you to the course. Course cancellations after the initial trial period are at the discretion of Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau and will only be considered in exceptional circumstances.

 

3. Time Limit: This agreement lasts for six months. If you wish to extend your studies beyond this time, an extra charge will be made for administration, assessment of assignments, access to the online course materials and community.

 

4. Copyright: This course is protected by copyright. You agree not to copy, reproduce or broadcast the course or part of the course and not to allow any other person to read or use the course or any portion of it nor offer it for re-sale in any way whatsoever.

 

5.  Rights of Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau: Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau reserves the right to refuse to accept any applications for enrolment. We also reserve the right to discontinue the course or tuition for any student if they become abusive in any way.


6. Writers' Community and Zoom sessions: You agree to abide by the guidelines set out here when you participate in the community and Zoom sessions.

 

7. Your Data Rights: Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau do not share your information with any other person or organisation except as required by UK law. All reasonable precautions are taken to prevent unauthorised access to this information. This safeguard may require you to provide additional forms of identity should you wish to obtain information about your account details. You can have the information Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau holds corrected or deleted at any time. Please address your requests and/or queries to [email protected]

 

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