Simple Steps to Improve Your Writing

WRITCOM 703

Learn to master the writing process to develop stronger written communication in any context of your life.

What you can learn.

Learn to identify your audience and adapt to language that will capture their attention
Create a strong purpose for your writing, then shape your draft around that goal
Get an overview of drafting, editing, and formatting skills essential to writing
Ensure you convey information in a meaningful, useful way and succeed in meeting your audience's needs

About this course:

Written communication is essential in everything we do. We may be asked to write a report for the work we do in our jobs. We may have to write proposals for potential clients. We may need to write a cover letter to convince a potential employer that we are the best person for the job. However, writing is much more than simply typing words on a page or an email. In this 3-hour workshop, you will learn how the writing process will lead you to stronger written communication. The course will cover identifying your audience and language adaptation, creating a strong purpose for your writing, shaping your writing around that goal, drafting, editing and some formatting skills. The course will also provide participants with resources to also assist with improving their writing. Handouts, lecture notes and links to resources will be provided in Canvas for participants.