Online Class: Gregg Shorthand 101

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11Lessons
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39Exams &
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15Hours
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1.5CEUs
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:
- Introduction to the Lesson: A primer to set context.
- The Lesson Body (Learn It): Each lesson is dissected topic-wise for clarity.
- Lesson Conclusion: Summarizing key takeaways.
- Practice Modules: Engage in writing exercises and activities post-lesson.
- Review Quiz: Test your understanding with a brief quiz.
- 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:
- Introduction to Gregg Shorthand: Understand its history, relevance, and global acceptance.
- Lesson 1 - First Shorthand Strokes: Familiarize yourself with the basics, the building blocks of the system.
- Lesson 2 - Useful Shorthand Devices: Dive deeper into shorthand tools that amplify speed.
- Lesson 3 - Nine More Shorthand Strokes: Broaden your shorthand vocabulary.
- Lesson 4 - Six New Alphabetic Characters: Introduce more alphabets to your shorthand toolkit.
- Lesson 5 - Useful Word Beginnings and Endings: Master shortcuts to expedite writing.
- Lesson 6 - The Remainder of the Gregg Alphabet: Complete your grasp on the shorthand alphabet.
- Lesson 7 - Abbreviating Devices: Learn tricks to compress lengthy words.
- Lesson 8 - The Home Stretch: Round off your understanding before the final lessons.
- Lesson 9 - The Final Shorthand Devices: Equip yourself with the last set of shorthand tools.
- 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!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Unlocking Opportunities with Simplified Gregg Shorthand
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-Activity-10710.pdf
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Introductions
Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam
Lesson 2. Mastering the Basics: Introduction to Shorthand Strokes
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-HomeWork-10711.pdf
Complete: Lesson 1 Practice Activity B
Complete: Lesson 1 Practice Activity A
Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam
Lesson 3. Enhance Your Writing Flow: Key Shorthand Principles
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-Downloadable-10712.pdf
Complete: Lesson 2 Practice Activity B
Complete: Lesson 2 Practice Activity A
Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam
Lesson 4. Mastering Midway: Nine New Strokes in Shorthand
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-WorkSheet-10713.pdf
Complete: Lesson 3 Practice Activity B
Complete: Lesson 3 Practice Activity A
Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam
Lesson 5. New Characters and Their Practical Applications
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-Downloadable-10714.pdf
Complete: Lesson 4 Practice Activity B
Complete: Lesson 4 Practice Activity A
Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam
Lesson 6. Advanced Word Parts: Elevate Your Shorthand Skills with Strategic Beginnings and Endings
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-WorkSheet-10715.pdf
Complete: Lesson 5 Practice Activity B
Complete: Lesson 5 Practice Activity A
Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam
Lesson 7. The Evolution of Speed: Advanced Gregg Shorthand Techniques
Review 2 Practice Worksheets
Complete: Lesson 6 Practice Activity B
Complete: Lesson 6 Practice Activity A
Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 7 Review Exam
Lesson 8. Quick Tips for Speedy Writing: Shorthand Abbreviations
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-WorkSheet-10717.pdf
Complete: Lesson 7 Practice Activity B
Complete: Lesson 7 Practice Activity A
Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam
Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam
Lesson 9. Mastering Shorthand: The Key to Omitting Unnecessary Words and Efficient Phrasing
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-WordSearch-10718.pdf
Complete: Lesson 8 Practice Activity B
Complete: Lesson 8 Practice Activity A
Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam
Lesson 10. Concise Shorthand Devices
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-WordSearch-10719.pdf
Complete: Lesson 9 Practice Activity B
Complete: Lesson 9 Practice Activity A
Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam
Lesson 11. Mastering Gregg Shorthand: Final Review and Practice
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-HomeWork-10720.pdf
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
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate accurate written transcription of spoken words using Gregg Shorthand with at least 80% accuracy after completing all ten lessons.
- Describe the basic principles of the Gregg Shorthand system, including its strokes and letter representations, by the end of Lesson 1.
- Demonstrate proficiency in writing common words and phrases using basic Gregg shorthand strokes, achieving at least 80% accuracy on a practice assessment.
- Identify and apply the correct shorthand strokes for letters and sounds in English words, demonstrating 90% accuracy in a dictation exercise.
- Demonstrate the ability to write and recognize shorthand representations for frequent word beginnings and endings by completing practice exercises with 90% accuracy.
- Identify and accurately apply shorthand principles for joining strokes in written exercises by the end of the lesson.
- Define and demonstrate nine new shorthand strokes by practicing writing and reading them with improved speed using a ballpoint pen.
- Identify and apply brief forms, word endings, and specific shorthand rules to accurately transcribe passages in shorthand.
- Identify and use the correct shorthand forms for the days of the week, months of the year, and major US cities
- Recognize and apply the shorthand strokes for ND, NT, MD, and MT in practical writing tasks
- Demonstrate proficiency in using the new shorthand strokes to accurately transcribe phrases with word endings like -ship, -cal, and -self.
- Identify and write shorthand representations for common word beginnings and endings, such as AF for 'after' and SH for 'ship.'
- Demonstrate the correct use of shorthand letter combinations -Den, -Ten, -Tain, -Dem, and -Tem in writing sentences.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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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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