English writing skills: Improving spelling, punctuation and proofreading (level 1)

About this course

The course develops accuracy in written English through practice with common words, capital letters, full stops and simple proofreading techniques. Learners write for everyday purposes, including messages, emails and short paragraphs, then edit their work to identify and correct errors. Teaching combines tutor guidance with opportunities to work at an individual pace. The course is intended to prepare ESOL learners for a Getting Ready or Functional Skills English course.

What you'll learn

• Spell common everyday words accurately
• Apply capital letters and full stops in written sentences
• Identify and correct simple spelling and punctuation errors
• Edit sentences to improve their clarity and accuracy

Is this course right for you?

The course is designed for ESOL learners at beginner level who are developing foundational written English. A beginner label may indicate an introduction to these skills, while the course’s self-paced format allows learners to work with tutor guidance.

• Includes writing for everyday situations such as messages and emails
• Provides preparation for a Getting Ready or Functional Skills English course