The effects of learning the writer's tools
1. Finishing the online course Crafting an Effective Writer: Tools of Trade has given me skills that go beyond the ability to create sentences that are a pleasure to read, it has also resulted in the realization that limited time is not a limiting factor.
2. Self-discipline and time management, necessary to complete this course, are skills I have lacked in many aspects of my life.
3. This course has shown that many things can be accomplished within the confines of limited time.
4. The methodical development a paragraph not only creates a better product, it saves time in the long run.
5. It's the understanding of sentence structure that affords a faster way to fix a clumsy sentence, rather than rely on intuition or if it sounds right.
6. Successful writing through organization of thoughts and concepts leads to improved verbal communication as well.
7. In the past, I have written radio and television commercials based almost entirely on a major element of successful writing, reading out loud what I have written.
8. By default, it had to be that way since my written words were recorded and played back.
9. Reading aloud is one of the most powerful revision tools I have learned over time, and this course has reinforced the importance of that tool.
10. I will always use this element of writing when crafting sentences and paragraphs that are not necessarily meant to be spoken.
11. The long term effects of this course will be felt as I begin writing magazine articles and especially my memoirs.
12. Sharing my knowledge of earth science through the written word in a concise, clear, and engaging manner is a goal I hope to achieve; this course has brought me closer to that objective.
13. Another major result of this course is the newly gained knowledge of the language of English sentence structure; when I look for help in writing, I now understand what is meant by an adjective subordinate clause.
14. The ability to learn a new subject relies on knowing its glossary of terms, because how can one gain greater knowledge without knowing the language of the subject.
15. Before I leave this earth, I hope to share my experience of life with my kids, grandkids, and beyond through the written word, my ultimate goal.
17. Immortality is not living forever on this earth; it is living forever through the written word
18. Passing along knowledge is the essence of being human; and through the skills of writing, I can pass along wisdom I have gained, the adventures I have lived, and the joy of life I have felt
19. This course has provided me with skills beyond the writing of a sentence; it has helped me develop time management, organization of thoughts, and confidence in what I have learned in the past as well as future writing with my newly attained skills.
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