Showing omission through taking out the fluff in quotes without changing the meaning of the text by using ellipsis.

This video, entitled "Shifts in Verb Tense," explains how and why to use consistent verb tenses in writing.

A video on different moods of writing.

In this video, the teacher explains the concept of sentence fragments and how to identify and correct them in writing. The emphasis on proper sentence structure not only enhances writing skills but also underscores the importance of...

When we read our eyes skim the print, we notice the length of the word and maybe the first letter, then our brains use context clues to deduce what the word should be.But is that really how reading works? Believe it or not, this question...

Join me on a rollercoaster of discovery and doubt as I navigate the exhilarating world of professional writing. From the initial spark of an idea to the triumph of overcoming self-doubt and revisions, witness the highs and lows of...

An explanation of the difference between 'than' and 'then'. Learn the easy trick to help you know when to use each and avoid the mistake many native English speakers make. …

This video explains how to form and when to use zero conditionals in English. This is lesson one of four in a series all about conditionals. Check out the other videos in this series to learn about the first, second, and third...

This video explains how to form and when to use first conditionals in English. This is lesson two of four in a series all about conditionals. Check out the other videos in this series to learn about the first, second, and third...

This video explains how to form and when to use third conditionals in English. This is the last lesson in a series all about conditionals. Check out the other videos in this series to learn about the zero, first and second conditionals...

In this English grammar lesson, we explore how the -ing form is used in different contexts and for different purposes, including:1) Continuous tenses2) Adjectives3) Nouns4) After certain verbs5) After prepositions6) After certain...

Knowing when to use ‘do’ and when to use ‘make’ isn’t always easy. But if we can remember a couple of general rules, we’ll get it right nearly all the time.Generally speaking we use ‘do’ for action, jobs and tasks. ‘Do’ focuses on the...

Figurative language devices and other imagery techniques make writing more interesting.In this video, we explore six key figurative language devices—metaphors, similes, hyperbole, personification, alliteration, and onomatopoeia—and break...

There', 'their' and 'they’re' are often confused. This lesson explains the the key differences between them and shows how they are each used. Avoid making this common mistake, and gain confidence in your writing and speaking.Never mix...

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Howcast - If you have a point to make, using proper sentence structure and grammar will make your stance clearer.

Howcast - If you ever sprinkle a sentence with too many commas, or miss a few, this guide will keep you from repeating your mistakes.

Howcast - A run-on sentence comprises two parts that should stand alone as separate sentences, but have been combined into one overlong sentence.

Howcast -Learn when to use "like" vs. "as" from Gotham Writers' Workshop instructor Stephanie Paterik in this Howcast grammar video.