Master the fundamentals of proofreading with our hands-on online course designed for writers and editors looking to enhance their skills.
This course is all about mastering the basics of proofreading with fun exercises and quizzes. It's perfect for those with a knack for grammar who want to enhance their skills and maybe even start a side gig in proofreading.
Learn to proofread from an experienced educator and subject matter expert.
Proofreading Power Basics is a well-regarded 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 “What do proofreaders do?” 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 are differences in spelling and usage).
Learn the basics of proofreading
Correct common proofreading errors
Use exercises to practice proofreading skills
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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...
The information is good, but the instructor's voice inflections are a bit annoying.
This was absolutely fabulous - thank you!
The audio and video portion of this course are properly synced together. The dialogue is fast enough to hold my interest but not so fact that I am constantly struggling to keep up with the meaning being divulged. The narrator speaks with a Standard American "accent", which is to say with no accent at all, and has a well-modulated voice that provides easy listening. So far, I have found it easy to follow the meaning of every word and sentence expressed.
Good content, excellent advice, well stated.
Clear and precise, easy to understand.
I really enjoyed this class. The instructor is very knowledgeble and makes it very easy to understand.
It is a good match for me, I will love it.
Some of the videos wouldn't load on laptop so i did have to use my phone, but i was given a lot of information that helped. Thank you for this course.
I enjoyed this class! It will definitely help me in getting a job in proofreading. Ms. Hampton was concise and well read. She is a great instructor!
If I could change anything about this class it would be to include more practice tests.
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Elaine R.
I believe this has been defining and clear direction. I am looking forward to this course.