Spelling 101

Master Every Word, One Letter at a Time

Spelling 101

Master Every Word, One Letter at a Time

Unlock the power of perfect prose with Spelling 101--a transformative journey that fortifies your command of the English language and elevates every piece of writing you touch. Imagine navigating your daily communications with precision and confidence, turning once-daunting spelling challenges into effortless triumphs. This isn't just a course; it's your gateway to articulate clarity and professional excellence. Embrace this opportunity to rid your writing of errors that undermine your authoritative voice. With insightful guidance and personal feedback, you'll not only conquer common pitfalls but thrive in a world that demands eloquence. Say goodbye to reliance on spell-check and hello to the empowered writer within. Enroll now to redefine your potential. Your enhanced future begins with us.

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Spelling 101

Name: Spelling 101
Price: 95.00 USD

CRN: 7550405

Lesson 1: The Intricacies of English Orthography

English spelling is complex due to its Latin origins and influences from languages like French and German, making it essential to learn specific rules. This course covers spelling basics and provides exercises to reinforce understanding and application in daily life.

Lesson 2: Spelling Rules Refresher: Navigating Plural Forms

Through exploring how letters like 'y,' 'f,' and 'o' affect plurality, this lesson demystifies intricate spelling rules. With examples and exceptions highlighted, it provides clarity and confidence for tackling common spelling challenges.

Lesson 3: Mastering Plural Forms: From Joneses to UFO's

Pluralizing names ending in s, sh, ch, x, or z involves adding 'es', and y-ending names get an 's', discouraging the use of apostrophes to stop accidental possession. For compound words, the core noun gets the plural form, as seen in 'mothers-in-law', and numbers or initials often follow the 'apostrophe s' convention.

Lesson 4: The 'I Before E' Guide to Spelling

For words ending with sounds similar to --cede, the English language primarily uses --cede, with the exceptions neatly listed as 'proceed', 'succeed', 'exceed', and 'supersede.' Knowing these exceptions allows you to spell words correctly by process of elimination rather than rote memorization.

Lesson 5: Effortlessly Modify with Prefixes and Suffixes

Prefixes attach to the start of words without modifying them, while suffixes can alter the final letter of a word, particularly when adding vowels. Recognizing these patterns and exceptions aids in accurate spelling and nuanced comprehension.

Lesson 6: Words That Sound Alike: Writing with Precision

Homonyms are English words that share pronunciation but diverge in spelling and meaning, posing potential challenges in writing. Understanding their use can lead to more precise and effective communication.

Lesson 7: Mastering Tricky Spelling: A Guide to Common Errors

Providing an alphabetical collection, this lesson aids in mastering the spelling of challenging American English words that are often misused. It supports users in refining their spelling proficiency and avoiding common errors in written communication.

Lesson 8: Diving into the Complexities of Writing

Lynne Truss uses humor to highlight punctuation mishaps in 'Eats Shoots and Leaves,' making grammar something you'll genuinely enjoy while learning. Her amusing examples engage readers, complete with a toolkit for practical corrections.

In This Course

7 Hours average completion time
0.7 CEUs
8 Lessons
42 Exams & Assignments
88 Discussions
8 Videos
87 Reference Files
6 Articles
Mobile Friendly
Last Updated June 2021

Description

Do you use your Spell Check on your computer obsessively? Are you afraid to write anything without a dictionary or computer spelling program? Are you receiving low grades on schoolwork because of poor spelling? Are your business emails filled with embarrassing spelling errors? Well then, it sounds like you can use this online course!

The English language is one of the most complex languages in the world when it comes to spelling. Many words are Latin in origin and follow the antiquated rules of this now dead language. Additionally, the English language has borrowed more words from other languages such as French and German than most people realize -- this variety of words complicates spelling because they follow the particular spelling conventions of their mother tongue.

This online spelling course will help improve your English Language spelling abilities. This class will teach you how to avoid misspellings by recognizing spelling errors quickly. We'll review not only the basic rules of spelling but also the most common spelling "trouble spots" (commonly missed words and word patterns). We'll also discuss those tricky synonyms, antonyms, homonyms, suffixes and prefixes.

This course is self-paced and practice exercises are reviewed by the instructor with feedback. You set your own learning schedule so there's no pressure. Why not learn to write error-free English, and improve your grades or help with the quality of your professional writing? So join us today, and let's improve your spelling skills.

Skills You'll Develop

Master commonly misspelled words and patterns
Strengthen precision in written communication
Apply spelling rules with confidence
Enhance understanding of prefixes and suffixes
Develop effective self-editing practices
Improve professional writing quality
Recognize and correct spelling errors quickly

More About This Course

Gain Confidence in Writing: Write without relying on spell check
Flexible Learning Schedule: Study when it suits you best
Boost Professional Communication: Eliminate spelling errors in emails
Enhance Academic Performance: Achieve higher grades with accurate spelling
Master Common Troublesome Words: Avoid frequent spelling mistakes
Enjoy Learning with Humor: Discover fun ways to understand grammar
Strengthen Vocabulary Skills: Learn tricky homonyms and synonyms
Spell Better, Write Better: Improve your spelling for clearer writing
Understand Complex Spelling Rules: Decode intricate English spelling patterns
Advance Your Writing Precision: Achieve error-free written communication

What You'll Achieve

Define the basic rules of English spelling to accurately correct common misspellings.
Demonstrate the correct application of spelling rules in written exercises and daily communication.
Demonstrate the application of spelling rules in converting singular nouns to plural forms based on word endings.
Identify exceptions to general spelling rules for pluralization and apply correct plural forms to irregular nouns.
Identify the correct pluralization rules for names ending in s, y, or z, and demonstrate understanding by writing examples.
Explain the process of pluralizing compound words and numbers, and accurately apply these rules to given examples.
Identify and apply the 'I before E except after C' rhyme to correctly spell words containing 'ie' or 'ei' and recognize common exceptions.
Memorize and recall the specific words that end in -ceed or -sede to accurately spell words and differentiate them from -cede endings.#
Identify and apply the correct prefix or suffix to root words, demonstrating an understanding of how they alter meanings and conform to spelling rules.
Correctly spell words with suffixes by applying rules for vowel and consonant endings, and exceptions, showcasing improved proficiency in English spelling conventions.#
Identify and correctly use homonyms in written sentences, demonstrating an understanding of their different spellings and meanings.
Differentiate between commonly confused homonyms by providing appropriate definitions and example sentences for each pair.
Identify and correct commonly misspelled words from the provided list in written sentences with 90% accuracy.