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Writing

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Learn how to improve your writing, know how to fill out a form, edit and proof read and master the basics of letter writing.

Handwriting

Handwriting

Handwriting is useful away from computers. It also adds a personal touch.

Typing

Typing

Typing on a keyboard is essential to using computers. It does come with practice!

Filling in a form

Filling in a form

Filling in forms accurately is a key skill in applying for jobs, schools, bank loans etc.

Writing a letter

Writing a letter

Writing letters to friends, job applications, letters of complaint and letters to school.

Planning Your writing

Planning Your writing

Simple planning skills can greatly improve your writing.

Format and style

Format and style

Why learn about format and style?

Building up paragraphs

Building up paragraphs

Build up sentences into paragraphs to write letters, reports, stories.

Editing and proofreading

Editing and proofreading

Proofread your writing to spot and correct any mistakes.