Grammar, spelling and punctuation
Sometimes reading your own work out aloud means you are more able to detect when a phrase does not sound effective.
Remember
- Use the spell check option effectively (English language version) on your computer.
- Do not rely solely on the spell checker, proof read the document yourself.
- Starting your own pocket vocabulary booklet is good practice. You can then add any phrases or words you are unsure of and their meanings.
- Noting phrases and buzz words from lecturers and from periodicals and books is also useful.
There are a selection of leaflets which contain examples, descriptions and rules of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Resources
Leaflets
- Chalkface project - Nos. 1-14 Grammar; Nos. 15-23 Sentences; Nos. 24-29 Spelling
- National Extention College - Nos. 1-8 Grammar skills; Nos. 1-8 Punctuation skills; Nos. 1-8 Spelling skills
Books
Books on these subjects may be found at the following classification marks in the library:
- Grammar 425
- Punctuation 421
- Spelling 428
Online
BBC Skillswise - Online resource including exercises and quizzes for grammar punctuation and spelling, and maths
Skills for OU study: English for learning - Produced by the Open University, a resource to help with English for study purposes
