1 or 2 days The programme involves a more intensive covering of language skills and a greater emphasis on auditory exercises.

Programme outline

Participants will learn effective proofreading systems. The programme also covers a review of basic language skills, and techniques for improving concentration and reducing eye fatigue.

Who should attend?

Staff members whose jobs require proofreading and the accurate transfer of data and information.

Pre-course

Assessments in existing proofreading skills.

Programme content

The programme includes pre and post-workshop assessments to measure improvement in proofreading skills; proofreading exercises using the 3-Phase System; tach exercises and scanning exercises; auditory exercises; language skills exercises. Participants are taught to detect errors through exercises which train the eye to move in new patterns. There will also be exercises to assess the language skills necessary for a good proofreader. Throughout the programme, participants can evaluate their own performance. A workbook, answer key and reference guide are supplied. 

The benefits of attending include:

• Ability to perceive errors more quickly and accurately
• Learning to concentrate more effectively
• Improving your facility in using the language
• Increasing your intellectual curiosity
• Being able to present a more professional image in all written communication