WRITING SKILLS

COURSE CONTENTS

1.Definition of writing skills

2.The importance of writing skills in communication

3.Elements of communicating on papers

WRITING ?

One of the best methods to communicate

Writing is one of the oldest known forms of communication

In today’s age of information and technology, writing has become a lost art

Why Written Communication?

Creates a permanent record Allows you to store information for future

reference Easily distributed All recipients receive the same

information Necessary for legal and binding

documentation

Writing Skills?

A career requirement More than a “nice thing to have” – a

necessity Your Writing = Your Personality As a professional, it is crucial to write

well

Writing Skills?

The ability to write does not require a unique talent or an outstanding mental ability

Everyone has the basic skills necessary to write well

A basic understanding of writing and a commitment to writing well in all situations is needed as a professional

Considerations while writing

Who? What? When? Why? Where? How?

Elements of communicating on papers

THREE main elements

1.Structure2.Style 3.Content

1. Structure

Clarify your thoughts and the purpose Identify the key points, facts and

themesDecide on a logical order Compose a strong introduction and

ending. Use short paragraphs and sentences Help key points to stand out

2.Style

Does it look neat, and elegant? Is it simple, direct and lucid? Are paragraphs too long? Is a blank line left between

paragraphs to aid clarity? Are sentences too long? - A sentence

should contain just one idea. Is the first sentence interesting?

3. Content (what you are writing about)

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•Have you carefully checked the spelling and punctuation?•Have you a clear objective?•Have you listed the essential points you wish to make?•Have you made these points clearly? •Have you shown an interest in the reader by writing with warmth, sensitivity and friendliness? •Have you edited it through several revisions, honing the text until it is just right?