Spelling Rules
By Carol Mennen
Students review the spelling rules for adding a suffix to a base word. They practice changing the "y" to "i" for some of the words that end in "y."
Overview: Writing Clear "How To" Instructions
By Sandy Eyler
In this learning activity you'll apply directions to follow when writing clear "how-to" instructions.
Plural Possessive Nouns II
By SWTC Communication Department
Students receive more practice in writing the possessive form of plural nouns.
Questioning Assumptions (Screencast)
By Rosie Bunnow
Learners watch a commercial for a fictitious product and pose questions to challenge the assumptions made in it.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches -"Either/Or" Fallacy
By Dr. Cynthia Ellenbecker
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the either/or fallacy.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Research
In this learning activity you'll explore the differences between primary and secondary research.
Understanding Your Audience
By Bev Paulick
You'll identify the main characteristics of various audiences when writing a technical document.
Confusing Words--Cite, Site, Sight
In this learning activity you'll review definitions of cite, site, and sight and completes practice exercises.
Personal Pronouns
By MarQulyn McKinney
Read about the difference between the subject and object form of personal pronouns and test your knowledge in practice exercises.
Nouns: Count and Noncount -- With the Articles "a" and "an"
By Joan Hoffmann
In this interactive object, learners read how to use the indefinite articles "a" and "an" with singular count nouns. They omit these articles with noncount and plural nouns. The students then practice using "a" and "an" correctly.
What's Your Point of View?
Learners evaluate how well others describe their points of view in a workplace problem-solving situation. They then apply techniques for explaining their points of view as well as for gaining understanding of others' perspectives. This learning object contains audio.
Use "Do" and "Make" Correctly: Part 1 in a Series
In this learning activity you'll review the correct usage of the words "do" and "make."
Communication: The Writing Process
By Elizabeth Jones
The learner will identify the three steps in the writing process and the elements in each step.
Indefinite Pronouns / Possessive Case - Exercise 1
In this learning activity you'll complete exercises using indefinite pronouns in the possessive case.
Subject - Verb Agreement (Screencast)
By Amy Bodoh
Student learn to use proper subject - verb agreement.
Writing a Topic Outline
By Dr. Rose Marie Mastricola
Every speech starts with an outline. Knowing how to write one can make the difference between speech success and speech failure. In this module, we’ll explore what’s involved in creating an outline, demonstrate how to put one together, and give you examples you can use to create your own outline.
Listening: Comprehension and Recall
Learners practice their comprehension and recall skills while listening to narration on listening skills. Sound required.
Practice With Suffixes (Verbs)
By Susan Herscher
Learners add suffixes to base words to form new verbs in this interactive exercise.
Using Imperatives (Commands)
In this learning object you'll convert descriptive phrases into imperative sentences.
Confusing Words -- Effect, Affect
The student reviews definitions of effect/affect and completes a practice exercise.
Identifying External Noise
By Mary Brignall
The learner will read a mini-lecture defining external noise and will complete an activity.
Using "Lie" and "Lay" Correctly (Screencast)
Students view examples of the correct usage of the verbs "lie" and "lay." They then practice using the verbs in a brief exercise.
The Reality of Sterotypes
By VickyWeiland
In this learning activity, the user will understand how believing in and using common stereotypes can get in the way of working together.
Mechanism Description: Staple Remover
In this learning activity you'll write a technical description of a staple remover.
Intercultural Communication: Gestures
The learner will recognize common gestures and identify the meanings associated with those gestures.