Punctuation and mechanics
Think about trying to read a sentence that’s hard to grasp due to a lack of commas or unclear semicolons. Correct punctuation is crucial for making your writing clear. This course will teach you how to:
- Punctuate sentence clauses using commas, semicolons, colons, and dashes.
- Set phrases apart using parentheses and brackets; correctly use apostrophes and hyphens.
- Use quotation marks and end punctuation; identify when to spell out numbers, money, and dates.
- Correctly capitalize words in sentences.
Completing this course will empower you to write precisely and confidently, ensuring your message is clear and impactful.
Certificate included 100% online English Audio & Captions
Learning Objectives
What you'll learn
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Use commas, semicolons, colons, and dashes to punctuate sentence clauses correctly
- Apply parentheses, brackets, apostrophes, and hyphens appropriately
- Use quotation marks and end punctuation accurately
- Determine when to spell out numbers, currency, and dates
- Capitalize words correctly to maintain proper grammar and style
What's inside
This course includes
How-to instructional videos
Interactive learning activities
Knowledge checks throughout
Audio narration
Closed captions (accessibility)
Certificate of completion
Scenario-based videos
Downloadable checklists
Mobile-friendly access
Progress saving (resume anytime)
