Good grammar is a foundation for excellent writing. Understanding sentence structure, syntax and word choice will set the stage for writing that is clear and effective. While grammar is often associated with errors or correctness, using good grammar is equally critical to making a first impression with the reader.
Consider the grammar used in a cover letter for a job application, or other important document, that might be influential in landing a job or promotion. In these cases, grammar is essential to successful writing and effective communication.
On this page you will find a writing example that has been improved by editing and correcting grammar, as well as additional resources to improve grammar and foundational writing skills.
Cover Letter Sample
Be a Better Writer in 15 Minutes
TED-Ed blog post that includes four short videos on grammar and word choice.
Guide to Grammar & Writing
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You'll get fun and friendly doses of writing advice in three short chunks: a Quick and Dirty Tip, a meaty middle, and a final tidbit. Grammar Girl covers everything from punctuation and grammar to style and voice. QuickandDirtyTips.com
Grammar Grater® is a weekly podcast about English words, grammar and usage for the Information Age. Because we live in a time of e-mail, blogs, instant messaging, even online product reviews—everybody's a writer. And with the global nature of communication, there's not a single style guide everyone uses. To help sort through some of the confusion, host Luke Taylor and the Grammatis Personae Players™ take linguistic bugbears and put 'em through the Grammar Grater.