FGCU Florida Institute of Government Presents "Business Grammar Basics Workshop"
5/7/2004

WHO     FGCU Florida Institute of Government, for managers and employees from both the private and public sectors

WHAT     "Business Grammar Basics" half-day workshop from the Florida Institute of Government's Professional Development Series. The course will teach current guidelines for correct punctuation, capitalization, usage, format and spelling. Participants will learn how to avoid embarrassing mistakes and project a credible, professional image that will increase self-confidence. Jim Jacoby is instructor for the course.

WHEN     8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Friday, June 4

WHERE     Broadcast Building 111

WHY     To learn how to:

·     Update knowledge of what is considered correct usage of grammar

·     Learn the underlying logic of punctuation and sentence structure

·     Differentiate between active and passive voice

·     Construct clear, focused and complete sentences

·     Use your computer's grammar checker to spot mistakes

·     Identify the errors that computers often miss

COST     $58

CONTACT     Joanne Hartke at (239) 590-7815 or jhartke@fgcu.edu

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