Diagnostic Checkup

Nov5 by Gail Tycer

Try out your writing skills! See if you can correct the errors in the following sentences.

As a homeowner, repairs have just become too time-consuming for me.
Each 4-H member will have a chance to show their animal at the Fair.
A selection of 3 entrees are available at dinner.
One way to judge software is by installing at your office to see if its making a difference in productivity.
Athletes will have a chance to wear their uniform at the tournament.

Answers after the cut…

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Four Terrific Tactics for Improving Comprehension, Part 2

Oct15 by Gail Tycer

This series of posts will describe four terrific tactics that you can use to improve comprehension.

The four tactics are:

1. Make “who did what” clear.
2. Edit for clarity.
3. Eschew obfuscation!
4. Use specific words.

This week, I will talk about Tactic #2. Continue reading →

Four Terrific Tactics for Improving Comprehension, Part 1

Oct7 by Gail Tycer

This series of posts will describe four terrific tactics that you can use to improve comprehension.

The four tactics are:

1. Make “who did what” clear.
2. Edit for clarity.
3. Eschew obfuscation!
4. Use specific words.

This week, I will talk about Tactic #1. Continue reading →