Online Class: Gregg Shorthand 101

Learn Gregg shorthand simplified--a method of abbreviating the English language in written form--completely online in this course.

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  • 11
    Lessons
  • 31
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 15
    Hours
    average time
  • 1.5
    CEUs
 
 

Course Description

Master the Art of Speed Writing: Dive into Gregg Shorthand

In the fast-paced world of communication, the ability to rapidly capture information can be invaluable. Gregg Shorthand, since its development in 1888, has stood the test of time, becoming the most popular and efficient shorthand system globally. Its widespread acceptance isn't surprising - it's regarded as the simplest to grasp, utilize, and interpret, thanks to its sleek, direct, and aesthetically pleasing design. Over the decades, it has undergone refinements, making it even more user-friendly for contemporary learners.

As of today, a staggering number of professionals across diverse sectors in almost every country have incorporated Gregg Shorthand into their daily routines. This dominance is a testament to the system's unparalleled efficacy in boosting productivity and efficiency.

Why Learn Gregg Shorthand?

Enrolling in this course offers an introduction to the "Simplified" second edition of Gregg Shorthand. Mastering this shorthand system can significantly enhance your professional life, making tasks easier and opening doors to various business opportunities. It's more than a course; it's an investment in a skill that pays rich dividends in time saved and opportunities captured.

Course Structure:

The course is structured to ensure maximum retention and application:

  1. Introduction to the Lesson: A primer to set context.
  2. The Lesson Body (Learn It): Each lesson is dissected topic-wise for clarity.
  3. Lesson Conclusion: Summarizing key takeaways.
  4. Practice Modules: Engage in writing exercises and activities post-lesson.
  5. Review Quiz: Test your understanding with a brief quiz.
  6. Resourceful Insights: The course is peppered with key term highlights, checklists, exercises, and resourceful website links, strategically placed for enhanced understanding.

By fully immersing yourself in the course content, you're not only acquiring a new skill but embarking on a journey to heightened professional capabilities.

Course Breakdown:

  1. Introduction to Gregg Shorthand: Understand its history, relevance, and global acceptance.
  2. Lesson 1 - First Shorthand Strokes: Familiarize yourself with the basics, the building blocks of the system.
  3. Lesson 2 - Useful Shorthand Devices: Dive deeper into shorthand tools that amplify speed.
  4. Lesson 3 - Nine More Shorthand Strokes: Broaden your shorthand vocabulary.
  5. Lesson 4 - Six New Alphabetic Characters: Introduce more alphabets to your shorthand toolkit.
  6. Lesson 5 - Useful Word Beginnings and Endings: Master shortcuts to expedite writing.
  7. Lesson 6 - The Remainder of the Gregg Alphabet: Complete your grasp on the shorthand alphabet.
  8. Lesson 7 - Abbreviating Devices: Learn tricks to compress lengthy words.
  9. Lesson 8 - The Home Stretch: Round off your understanding before the final lessons.
  10. Lesson 9 - The Final Shorthand Devices: Equip yourself with the last set of shorthand tools.
  11. Lesson 10 - Developing Your Skill: Engage in comprehensive practice sessions and review all that you've learned.

Elevate Your Communication Skills:

In today's bustling business landscape, where every minute counts, Gregg Shorthand emerges as an indispensable skill. Whether you're jotting down minutes in a meeting, capturing rapid lecture notes, or even brainstorming ideas, shorthand equips you to keep pace with thoughts and conversations in real-time.

Come, delve deep into this fascinating world of speed writing. Gain an edge, enhance your productivity, and carve a niche for yourself in the professional realm. Join us, and let's write the future, swiftly!

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  • Self-Paced
  • 6 Months to Complete
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  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
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Course Lessons

Introduction to Gregg Shorthand

This introductory lesson will go over what you will need to begin this course. 1 Total Points
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Introductions

Lesson 1 - First Shorthand Strokes

This first lesson will cover a great deal of material which will teach you basic first shorthand strokes that are the foundation for future shorthand work. Gregg shorthand is not just a lot of squiggly pen or pencil strokes, it is a method of abbreviating 14 Total Points
  • Complete: Lesson 1 Practice Activity B
  • Complete: Lesson 1 Practice Activity A
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam

Lesson 2 - Useful Shorthand Devices

This lesson covers devices that make writing shorthand much easier and more fluid as you progress in your study. There are several brief forms covered as well as useful word beginnings and endings. Amounts and quantities will be discussed and how to repre 12 Total Points
  • Complete: Lesson 2 Practice Activity B
  • Complete: Lesson 2 Practice Activity A
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3 - Nine More Shorthand Strokes

In lesson three you will learn nine more new shorthand strokes. Additionally you will learn more brief forms, the word ending --ther and how to use W in the body of a word, among other things. If you have been practicing writing your newly learned knowled 13 Total Points
  • Complete: Lesson 3 Practice Activity B
  • Complete: Lesson 3 Practice Activity A
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4 - Six New Alphabetic Characters

In Lesson Four you will learn six new shorthand strokes! You will also learn the combination of the letters T, E and D, more about the omission of minor vowels, the days of the week, the months of the year, cities and states and many other usful shorthand 12 Total Points
  • Complete: Lesson 4 Practice Activity B
  • Complete: Lesson 4 Practice Activity A
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5 - Useful Word Beginnings and Endings

In lesson five you will cover only two new strokes. When you complete this lesson five only two strokes remain to be learned in the Gregg shorthand alphabet. In this lesson you will mostly learn many new word beginnings and endings. Study them well and pr 14 Total Points
  • Complete: Lesson 5 Practice Activity B
  • Complete: Lesson 5 Practice Activity A
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6 - The Remainder of the Gregg Alphabet topics

This lesson will complete the Gregg shorthand alphabet. We will cover letter combinations of -Den, -Ten, -Tain, -Dem, and --Tem, useful phrases, special business forms, Omissions and other Derivations, Words Beginning Incl-, Post-, Super-, Supr- and Trans 12 Total Points
  • Complete: Lesson 6 Practice Activity B
  • Complete: Lesson 6 Practice Activity A
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7 - Abbreviating Devices topics

Lesson Seven has its focus on learning new shorthand abbreviating devices. These devices will allow you to write more quickly than you have before. There are many word beginnings and endings covered in this lesson, most of which apply themselves to large 14 Total Points
  • Complete: Lesson 7 Practice Activity B
  • Complete: Lesson 7 Practice Activity A
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8 - The Home Stretch topics

Lesson Eight will primarily cover the omission of certain words in phrases, two new groups of brief forms, four word beginnings and endings as well as more shorthand devices for compound words, numbers and special shorthand combinations. At this juncture 11 Total Points
  • Complete: Lesson 8 Practice Activity B
  • Complete: Lesson 8 Practice Activity A
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9 - The Final Shorthand Devices topics

Once you have completed this lesson you will have covered all of the Gregg Shorthand devices there are. You have come very far and you are now at the final lesson. Keep practicing and continue to work on learning proper comma usage as well. In lesson nine 14 Total Points
  • Complete: Lesson 9 Practice Activity B
  • Complete: Lesson 9 Practice Activity A
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10 - Developing Your Skill; Practice Material and Review

This final Gregg Shorthand lesson will provide a review. Each review section will present you with a paragraph/business letter or two focused on the lesson in which the strokes were taught. For example, in the Lesson one review a paragraph of shorthand wi 3 Total Points
  • Lesson discussions: What is your opinion of this course?; Final Course Survey; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
  • Complete Assignment: Putting it all together: Translating a Newspaper Article
  • Complete Assignment: Putting it all together: Translating a TV Talk Show
  • Complete Assignment: Bonus
120
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Demonstrate shorthand strokes.
  • Demonstrate basic writing using shorthand.
  • Use shorthand to record verbal conversations.
  • Recognize word beginnings and endings to speed up writing.
  • Describe methods for developing shorthand skills.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Gregg Shorthand 101
Course Number: 33894
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is online and available in all 50 states including: California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Texas, and Washington.
Last Updated: June 2023
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 1.5 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "I was impressed with the instructor's knowledge of this subject and felt that she was available to answer questions. It was a pretty good experience and if the instructor offered a different course for learning Gregg shorthand, I would take it as well." -- Kari E.
  • "As a refresher course I found the whole program very useful. The printed material was very helpful." -- Joyce F.

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