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Getting Ahead Series: Online Editing Course and Test for Indian Writers - Learn by Doing

 

On Sale Now! A unique editing course that uses real-life examples
and quizzes to train Indian writers and editors

 

 

Much as we would like to believe that as speakers and readers of English we know our basics and can be called upon to edit another’s writing or clean up our own copy, the honest truth is that we could all use guidance in areas like spelling, punctuation, grammar and the mechanics of editing to produce a polished manuscript.

A poorly edited piece of writing with spelling and punctuation errors only serves to stamp the writer as ignorant or just plain careless – and readers will not take such work seriously.

The editor is the last line of defense between a writer and his/her readers. The modules have been developed to help writers and editors become aware of the pitfalls of poor writing and learn the skills to overcome them.

 

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What we can offer you

As a writer you have the ability to capture thoughts, think them through and put them in words. You also know the basic building blocks of English grammar – nouns, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs and so on. And you have a great vocabulary. What more does one need, you may ask?

To get your message across to your readers without ambiguity, a clear understanding of the nuances of the English language is essential. You may be surprised by some of the rules of grammar and punctuation that you will come across while practicing your skills. You will learn how the choice of idioms and phrases can impact the clarity of your text. Being able to identify incorrect usage will be a step in the right direction!

Chillibreeze offers you a chance to improve your writing and editing skills through self-paced learning modules.

The modules are categorized as Grammar, Usage and Punctuation.

Each of the self-paced learning units will give you the opportunity to learn by doing the exercises practically. Once you have tested your existing knowledge on the questions, you will be able to check your answers and learn why they are right or wrong. Each of the questions comes with a clear explanation of the concept behind the answer.

What do you gain?

Once you have worked on all your problem areas, you will be able to write as well as edit with more confidence, secure in the knowledge that you have the ability to refine and correct common errors of English usage and a host of other problems of mechanics.

You will have the skills necessary to edit and refine your own writing as well as that of other writers. You will also become aware of common errors in usage, particularly regionalisms, which are considered “non-standard usage” in other parts of the world. You will become a global English writer in the truest sense.

What Users Say

"The test is user-friendly. The test introduces one concept at a time with sufficient examples. In fact, multiple examples are provided to clarify the same "Learning Point". Some of the examples are amusing and keeps the reader interested in the learning and evaluation process. Every correct answer is explained and justified.

This is a very effective way to learn a grammar concept. Most grammar books we use in class are awfully dull. We technical writers use "Fowler's Modern English Usage" or "Chicago Style Manual" in our classes. They are informative books but they are hardly entertaining. Hence, one cannot read them from cover to cover. The Chillibreeze course uses simple and direct language, large font size, few sentences in each page and evaluates the reader after teaching a learning point. This helps sustain the reader's interest in the learning."
--- Saborna Roychowdhury

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"I really enjoyed doing the unit overall. Learned some rather interesting comma uses, ones that I wasn't even aware existed! Please convey my congratulations to the course creators - such courses are a nightmare to create, especially in terms of programming - and they've done exceptionally well."
--- Shefali Sunderan Harsha on the Commas Units

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"Given the variations in the English language and the personal preference of users, it is a challenge to teach the diverse uses of punctuation marks. The content, however, does complete justice, so kudos to the course creators!"
--- Shefali Sunderan Harsha on the Colons and Semicolons Units


How many units do you need to work on?

That’s entirely up to you!

You decide on the areas you need help with and sign up for those units. You can work on them at your own pace and in any order.

Looking for a certification?

On completion of all units under each module, Chillibreeze will offer you an evaluation test. Upon completing all tests on all modules, you will be sent a final Editing Assessment Test. This Editing Assessment Test will carry detailed feedback on your editing skills and a rating of between 1 and 10 will be assigned to you based on your editing ability. You will also receive a transcript and certificate of completion of the course.

Candidates scoring 8 or more on the final Editing Assessment Test will be offered a client project with Chillibreeze worth at least Rs 1200.

Read two writer's experiences using this course: 100 Days to becoming a Certified Editor

Test your Editing Skills – Check this out first!

Want to check out your knowledge of editing errors?

Here’s your chance to spot errors in sentences and categorize them correctly:

1. Test your editing skills with this test!
2. Now, try to spot all the errors in the article below. All the best!

Honey

Mankind has used Natural honey for over two thousand years, all over the World. While the innumerable health benefits of honey have given it a significant place in alternative schools of medicine such as Ayurveda scientists also continue to research the benefits of using honey in modern medicine especially with relation to its wound healing properties.

Honey is so popular because it can be easily ingested. One can eat honey directly, put it on bread, with juice, or mix it with lime juice, warm water, herbs and spices to make a medicine. It is relished by all greatly, due to the fact that it tastes good as well as has health benefits.

An easily available, natural source of carbohydrates which provide energy and strength to our bodies, honey’s reputation for providing an instant boost to the performance and endurance, and to reduce muscle fatigue in athletes is unparalleled. It's natural fruit sugars play an important and significant part in preventing exhaustion during exercise.

The glucose in the honey is absorbed by our bodies quickly, giving an immediate boost of energy, the fructose is more slowly absorbed providing energy that is sustained. Furthermore, it is a well known fact that honey has also been found to keep blood sugar levels fairly steady.

Past history shows that honey is thought to be one of the most natural home remedy to treat ailments and complaints ranging from athlete foot, to arthritis pain. Its antiseptic properties curbs the growth of bacteria and helps keep wounds clean and free from infection.

Honey is used as a natural remedy in the treatment for burns, cuts and wounds as it can absorb moisture form the atmosphere and promote healing. It's antibacterial properties prevent infection. Honey’s function as an anti-inflammatory agent also deserves mention; it reduces both swelling, pain and scarring.

Effective in removing free radicals from our body, our immunity is improved as honey contains nutraceuticals.

Recent research has shown, that honey works excellently as an ergogenic aid helping to boost the performance of athletes. After a workout, honey helps with maintaining blood sugar levels, in glycogen restoration and muscle recuperation in the human body.

3. Check out the correct answers: Types of Editing Errors in Article on Honey (Click on the Play button below to start your presentation)

Note: Please click on each error for answers to pop up.

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