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Business Communications Proofreading

Proofreading Power Basics

Learn to proofread from an experienced educator and subject matter expert.
Bestseller
Rating: 4.5 out of 54.5 (730 ratings)
2,184 students
Created by Ashan R. Hampton
Last updated 2/2021
English
English [Auto]
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

What you'll learn

  • Learn the basics of proofreading
  • Correct common proofreading errors
  • Use exercises to practice proofreading skills
  • Build proofreading confidence
  • Breaking into freelance proofreading

Requirements

  • Take the "Grammar Essentials" course
  • Intermediate American grammar skills
  • Intermediate writing skills

Description

Proofreading Power Basics is a unique online class that offers practical application with hands-on exercises and quizzes to master the fundamentals of proofreading. This is an introduction to proofreading fundamentals for people with keen grammar and writing skills who want an extra skill challenge, particularly teachers, practicing freelance writers or editors who want to expand their services.

  • Proofreading is a highly marketable skill that makes for a great side-hustle or second income. As more people write a variety of content across numerous industries, opportunities abound for professionals with above average language skills to bankroll their knack for words into a profitable home-based business.

  • Now more than ever before, the stage is set for good writers, editors, proofreaders and teachers to sharpen their skills and promote their services. The field of freelance proofreading is wide open with potential clients everywhere. For the curious and the determined, this online proofreading course answers the questions, "What is proofreading," and “How do I get started as a freelance proofreader?” From defining the job of proofreader to setting up a freelance proofreading business, this proofreading course clearly outlines what it takes to become an effective proofreader.

Before You Enroll: You must at least have intermediate grammar skills to successfully complete this course. You must already be a pretty good writer in order to catch mistakes.

Please note, this class will not qualify you to launch a proofreading business, or certify you as a proofreader. Your certificate simply means that you have completed all of the lessons.

NO JOB LEADS! Taking this class will NOT guarantee any kind of full-time or part-time employment. No job leads or client leads are provided.

GRAMMAR NOTE: This class is taught by an American English instructor who focuses on American grammar, American spelling, and
American usage rules, not UK English; (there is a difference).

Who this course is for:

  • Workplace professionals
  • Freelance writers & editors
  • Bloggers & content creators
  • Teachers, K-12 & College level

Course content

11 sections • 26 lectures • 1h 32m total length

  • Preview05:17
  • Preview01:33
  • Preview01:54

  • Proofreader Expectations
    07:42
  • Preview05:03

  • Proofreading Grammar Assessment
    22 questions

  • Video: Personal Proofreading Tips
    01:30
  • On-screen Warm-up #1
    1 question
  • ANSWER: Warm-up #1
    00:00
  • Practice: Sample Email
    00:02

  • Video: Proofreading Strategies
    03:47
  • Video: Proofing vs. Editing
    02:48
  • On-screen Warm-up #2
    1 question
  • ANSWER: Warm-up #2
    00:00
  • Practice: Sample Agenda
    00:02

  • Video: Proofreading Marks
    01:31
  • Handout: Proofing Marks
    1 page
  • Proofing Marks #1
    7 questions
  • Proofing Marks #2
    10 questions

  • Video: Capitalization
    11:20
  • Capitalization
    5 questions

  • Video: General Rules
    16:01
  • Video: Numbers & Words
    02:53
  • Quiz: Numbers
    10 questions

  • Error Hotspots
    05:43
  • Proofreader Error Checklist
    04:39
  • On-screen Warm-up #3
    1 question
  • Answer: Online Warm-up #3
    00:00

  • Style Guides
    05:22
  • Proofreading Resources
    00:00
  • Receiving Clients Online
    13:14
  • Proofreading Practice
    12 questions

Instructor

Ashan R. Hampton
Assistant Professor of English/Editor/Writer
Ashan R. Hampton
  • 4.5 Instructor Rating
  • 1,015 Reviews
  • 4,207 Students
  • 7 Courses

Ashan R. Hampton has worked as an English instructor in higher education for several years and is very proficient in writing, editing and instruction. Recently, Ashan completed course work for doctoral candidacy in the Leadership for Higher Education program at Capella University with a 4.0 GPA.

With her doctoral studies on hold, Ashan has found success in online education. She produces and teaches her own writing and grammar courses for global audiences. She is the owner and principal editor of Onyx Online Education & Training, which specializes in helping students and professionals produce error-free documents.

Ashan is also a published author and the creator of the "Proofreading Power" online classes, Proofreading Power Skills & Drills workbook, and the book Start Your Proofreading Side-Hustle: Maximize Your Writing Skills available on Lulu, Amazon and other popular booksellers. Visit her website for complete details at arhampton(dot)com.


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