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Complete Punctuation Mastery: Beginner to Advanced
Rating: 4.8 out of 5(20 ratings)
59 students
Last updated 4/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Discover the art of applying punctuation in a stylish manner.
  • Enhance your writing with increased confidence and flair.
  • Elevate the quality of your reports, essays, resumes, books, blogs, and articles.
  • Punctuation authority: talk authoritatively to colleagues and clients about any aspect of punctuation

Course content

3 sections41 lectures1h 55m total length
  • Subject + Verb formula of a Sentence2:30
  • Adding Preposition Phrases to Sentences5:48
  • Adding Pronouns to Sentences2:42
  • Pronouns as Singular or Plural Subjects2:29
  • Group Pronouns replacing the Subject of a Sentence1:46
  • Group Pronoun + (of them ) = Sentence1:18
  • Group Pronouns + (of which , whom) = Fragment2:11
  • Formulae to Joining Sentences and Fragments4:00
  • Adding Adverbs to Sentences3:02
  • Adding 'w-word' Clauses between Subject and Verb2:38
  • Adding One Word Transitions between Subject and Verb2:55
  • Removing Non-Essential Information from the Sentence.2:30
  • Adding Appositives between Subject and Verb.2:13
  • Adding Appositives at the beginning and end of the sentence.4:20
  • Creating Sentences from Fragments2:53
  • What is a Participle Phrase2:12
  • Adding Present Participle Phrases to Sentences.1:54
  • Adding Past Participle Phrases to Sentences.1:40
  • Adding Participle Phrases at the beginning and end of Sentences.2:12
  • Participle Phrases as Fragments.1:38
  • How Gerunds function as Fragments.4:36

    Learn how gerunds, formed by adding ing, can act as fragments unless accompanied by a helping verb, with examples showing when ing forms function as nouns versus verbs.

  • Co-ordinating Conjunctions to Join 2 Sentences2:47
  • Joining Rule : Sentence + comma + FANBOYS + Sentence = Sentence2:30
  • Using Sub-ordinating Conjunctions to Convert a sentence into a Fragment1:19
  • Joining Rule : Fragment + comma + Sentence = Sentence3:07

Requirements

  • Pen and paper, or computer for taking notes and doing exercises

Description

Introducing Complete Punctuation Mastery: Beginner to Advanced, a captivating guide to using commas, dashes, and various punctuation marks with style.


"Occasionally, you encounter that one person who truly understands and teaches you exactly what you want to know..." - AKRAJAWAT, UDEMY STUDENT


"Punctuation can actually be cool..." - Akshayshahu, UDEMY STUDENT


"This course precisely addressed my punctuation uncertainties without subjecting me to tedious grammar lessons..." - Amarpritsingh, UDEMY STUDENT


Please be aware that this program IS designed for those seeking a STYLISH guide to formal punctuation rules. It specifically offers the author's personal, often unconventional, perspective on punctuation, drawing from decades of experience in the news business. The program adopts a primarily non-technical, intuitive approach, aiming to foster clear and elegant writing that is both easy and enjoyable for readers to navigate.


Are you part of the growing community aspiring to leave a lasting impact on the world through an exceptional book or a widely read blog?


If so, mastering the art of using punctuation stylishly can significantly enhance your ability to make an impact.


Conversely, if you haven't yet grasped how to employ commas, colons, semi-colons, hyphens, apostrophes, and dashes with a touch of flair, your words may never weave the magic you desire.


While a formal study of grammar is highly recommended, a strictly technical approach to punctuation can often leave students feeling uninspired and bored.


That's why this course takes a more intuitive and flexible approach, focusing exclusively on the goal of powerful and beautiful communication rather than blindly adhering to rules.


"One of the most valuable courses I've ever taken..." - Amit.harbola, UDEMY STUDENT


"Ideal for writers looking to enhance their clarity and form..." - Anandrungta, UDEMY STUDENT


"Editing will be less agonizing..." - Aneeshbanyal, UDEMY STUDENT


"Puts you in control..." - Anilsasmal, UDEMY STUDENT


"Enroll if you aspire to write like a professional..." - Anoop, UDEMY STUDENT


"Thought I knew how to use punctuation effectively..." - Arkindia, UDEMY STUDENT


"Covers virtually everything..." - Ashu.rock, UDEMY STUDENT


"Now I'll write with more confidence..." - ashu, UDEMY STUDENT


"Clarified numerous questions..." - a.tripathi, UDEMY STUDENT


"One of those products I buy without hesitation..." - atul.karki, UDEMY STUDENT


If you find yourself grappling with comma placement, confused by complex rules, or surrounded by a chaotic array of semi-colons in your writing, or if you're unsure how to use dashes or colons for dramatic effect—this course, crafted by a seasoned professional with experience at top news organizations, is tailored to put you on solid ground.


To emphasize, this course is NOT for purists adhering strictly to traditional grammar rules. It is for nonfiction writers seeking an intuitive and practical guide to punctuation, delving into some of its more nuanced aspects.


The best writers view punctuation not as rigid rules but as a tool to enhance engagement and captivation in their communication.


If your past encounters with punctuation discussions left you bored or mystified due to jargon, this course takes a refreshing approach. By the end, you may wonder why punctuation wasn't presented as so fascinating earlier.


You'll uncover that a comma does more than create pauses—it wields the power to express ideas with clarity and grace. Colons, beyond aiding lists, heighten drama and anticipation.


In essence, each seemingly mundane symbol possesses a unique power to create special effects throughout your writing.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone unsure of how to use punctuation
  • Anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of punctuation
  • Marketers, salespeople, communications professionals
  • Writers and journalists
  • Students