Online Class: Speed Writing 101

Join this dynamic course to learn speedwriting strategies that will transform your ability to gather and articulate ideas quickly, ensuring you never miss important details in a lecture or rush through writing tasks. Perfect for students and professionals alike, the curriculum arms you with skills to excel under time constraints while maintaining the integrity and originality of your work.
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  • 12
    Lessons
  • 19
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 1,561
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Master the Art of Speedwriting: Unleash Your Potential to Capture and Convey Ideas Swiftly

In today's fast-paced academic and professional world, the ability to quickly and effectively jot down essential information is invaluable. If you've ever found yourself scribbling notes during a lecture, only to later realize you've missed crucial details, or if you've struggled to efficiently craft a well-researched paper without risking plagiarism, then you understand the importance of efficient and effective writing techniques. From students to scholars, from journalists to novelists, the demand for speedwriting skills spans a broad spectrum.

Welcome to our comprehensive Speedwriting Course, tailor-made for anyone eager to elevate their note-taking and rapid-writing abilities.

Course Highlights:

  1. Note-Taking Mastery: Grasp the strategies employed by experts when attending lectures or presentations. Learn to swiftly capture the essence of any discourse, ensuring you never miss a beat.
  2. Academic Excellence: Whether you're a high school student or on the cusp of earning your Ph.D., this course will arm you with techniques to craft papers efficiently, articulately, and most importantly, authentically.
  3. Beyond Academia: For writers navigating tight deadlines, discover how to expedite your writing and rewriting processes. Whether it's an article, a thesis, or even an entire book, get your thoughts on paper coherently and promptly.
  4. Safeguard Against Plagiarism: In the age of accessible information, learn the art of drawing from research without inadvertently borrowing someone else's words. Write with confidence, knowing that your work is genuinely your own.

Enroll in our Speedwriting Course and immerse yourself in a transformative learning experience. Unlock techniques that not only amplify your writing speed but also enhance clarity, coherence, and originality. Join us and set yourself on a path to achieving both your academic and professional aspirations with newfound proficiency. After all, in the race of capturing and conveying ideas, why not ensure you're leading the pack?

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  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.4 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(750 votes)

  • Lesson 1. The Art and Science of Speedwriting

    Silencing the internal critic during speedwriting allows for unfiltered idea generation, embracing raw creativity before later editing. Achieving this flow state can propel creativity forward, enabling writers to draft prolifically before polishing their work with a critical eye.

  • Lesson 2. Harnessing Shorthand: The Key to Speed and Precision in Notes

    Speedwriting revolutionizes note-taking by using abbreviations and keywords to efficiently capture essential ideas. By doing so, it enhances memory retention and understanding across various contexts, from classrooms to corporate meetings.

  • Lesson 3. Fast Track to Writing: Techniques for Enhancing Speed

    Writing 'as if' you have achieved your goals leverages the power of visualization, helping to motivate and inspire creativity through imagined success. This technique guides writers to vividly describe the accomplishments they aspire to achieve, reinforcing positive outcomes.

  • Lesson 4. Mind-Mapping Mastery

    Index cards provide a tactile, interactive way to capture and arrange ideas, complementing mind mapping's visual structure. Like a filmmaker storyboarding, this method encourages dynamic project reinterpretation, enhancing creativity.

  • Lesson 5. Quick-Start Guide: Outlining for Speed and Efficiency

    By mind-mapping and breaking down ideas systematically, outlining helps craft a coherent and efficient writing plan. It transforms a jumble of ideas into a clear narrative structure, enriching the storytelling experience while maintaining flexibility.

  • Lesson 6. The Art of Speed in Structured Writing

    Mind-mapping and detailed outlines serve as foundational tools for effective writing, enabling the arrangement of thoughts into a logical sequence. The approach combines creativity through visualization and precision through structured detailing.

  • Lesson 7. Transcribing Thoughts: Revolutionizing Ideas into Text

    Dictation and transcription serve as empowerment tools, enabling individuals to articulate thoughts freely amidst life's distractions, fostering creativity and accomplishment. They encourage discipline, underscoring the processes of planning and organizing ideas while nurturing creativity and innovation.

  • Lesson 8. Silencing the Internal Critic: Finding Freedom in Writing

    Combining self-esteem with writing frees creativity by overcoming fear and resistance, allowing writers to enjoy the process of expression. Transform self-doubt into motivation through positive reinforcement and constructive internal dialogues, while prioritizing writing tasks daily.

  • Lesson 9. Write Fast, Write Smart: A Guide to Effective Speedwriting

    Effective speedwriting combines rapid content creation with strategic communication, ensuring messages are clear and resonate with audiences. This approach thrives in the digital era, capturing attention through engaging narratives and consistent messaging.

  • Lesson 10. Mastering Speedwriting: Techniques for Complex Projects

    Speedwriting techniques and effective project management help conquer overwhelming writing projects by breaking them into manageable tasks with strategies like mind-mapping and outlining. From reports to dissertations, applying these techniques fosters motivation and progress, transforming daunting efforts into rewarding achievements.

  • Lesson 11. From Vision to Reality: Writing Goal Mastery

    Goal setting in writing parallels a navigational chart, guiding authors through creative endeavors with clarity and focus. By addressing barriers and prioritizing tasks, writers convert adversities into opportunities for enhanced skill-building and creative expressions.

  • Lesson 12. Speedwriting Simplified

    Balancing thoroughness and satisfaction is key to knowing when a writing project is complete, helping writers avoid excessive perfectionism. Effective editing techniques, such as simplifying complex thoughts and securing feedback, are crucial for creating impactful and cohesive narratives.
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define speedwriting and describe its significance in enhancing productivity and comprehension.
  • Identify and apply three strategies for improving speedwriting skills, including note-taking, brainstorming techniques, and managing the internal editor.
  • Define the principles of speedwriting by identifying key strategies for efficient note-taking.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in using shorthand techniques and personalized symbols to enhance note-taking speed and comprehension.
  • Demonstrate the ability to practice freewriting for 10 minutes without self-editing to enhance creativity and idea generation.
  • Identify and apply guided writing techniques using specific prompts to structure writing efforts within defined objectives.
  • Demonstrate the use of mind mapping to visually organize and connect key ideas for a speedwriting project.
  • Identify benefits of integrating structured tools like mind maps and index cards to enhance creativity and efficiency in writing tasks.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create a complete narrative arc by logically sequencing outlined ideas.
  • Define the concept of outlining and blueprinting as tools to enhance writing speed and organization.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create a detailed writing outline by organizing ideas into logical categories and subcategories, improving writing efficiency and clarity.
  • Identify and utilize appropriate writing tools and techniques, such as mind-mapping and blueprinting, to enhance the organization and presentation of written content.
  • Recognize the role of dictation and transcription in enhancing writing efficiency and creativity by demonstrating their application in converting spoken ideas into written text.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Speed Writing 101
Course Number: 8900118
Lessons Rating: 4.4 / 5 Stars (750 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is offered online and is accessible in every state across the U.S., including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. Learners in English-speaking countries like Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and South Africa can also enroll.
Last Updated: June 2024
CEU Value: 0.7 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.
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Classes
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: Dana Kristan
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "This course was incredibly helpful. I've wanted to write for a long time, but I needed to know more about the process -- the tips and tricks of the trade. This course provided that and I am extremely grateful. Thanks!" -- Frank W.
  • "I liked the lectures/lessons and the exercises." -- Lynette J.

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