Business Writing Fundamentals
Workplace writing has specific demands and expectations. Learn to meet the needs of your reader and get noticed for clear, concise professional writing.
Differences Between Academic & Business Writing
Review & Reflect
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Identifying Your Reader's Needs & Values
Review & Reflect
Q&A | Discussion (Optional)
Keep Your Message Brief, Clear, and Direct
Review & Reflect
Q&A | Discussion (Optional)
Lead with Your Main Point
Review & Reflect
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Wrap-up Video
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No. Each course can be paused and resumed anytime.
Each self-directed High-Value Writing course includes an introductory welcome unit, 3-4 main units of core curriculum, and a wrap-up unit. Each unit contains videos explaining concepts, with examples on the screen to illustrate and apply learning. You'll watch videos and answer reflective questions in each unit.
Yes. While the courses are video-based and include reflection questions you'll take right here on the website, they also include two printable takeaways: A syllabus listing learning objectives and course description, and a Cheatsheet offering a one-page review of the course concepts.
All you need is an internet connection, the ability to watch videos and hear audio, and a place to take notes. Each course asks you to practice sentence revisions, so you'll want a place to jot down those notes.
You will receive a certificate when you finish a High-Value Writing course. You will also receive a downloadable cheatsheet with the main points from the class. Each of these can be printed and shared.
Yes. Each course includes two types of practice opportunities: (1) reflection questions to check your understanding, and (2) revision opportunities to practice writing strategies.
No. The courses teach through videos, and all the materials you'll need for your course are included in the registration. However, some students like to read the book for extra support.
Erin Lebacqz, High-Value Writing Founder, created the courses based on her experience in the field of Rhetoric and Professional Writing. Erin brings her 25 years in the classroom, experience helping writers around the world, and expertise in pedagogy (the study of teaching and learning) to the course design.