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Writing for the Web

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Prerequisites 

None

Course description

Custom Training Course

In this 1-day class, you will learn proven principles of Web writing to help visitors find information and navigate your site. You will learn how to write specifically for online readers. In-class exercises will help you practice your Web writing skills and personal feedback from instructors will build confidence in your Web writing.

Why take this course?

Your graphics may be gonzo and your technology cutting edge, but it is well-written content that brings visitors to your Web site and keeps them coming back.

What you will learn

  • Proven principles of Web writing that help visitors find information and will improve the navigation of your Web site
  • How to write specifically for online readers

Topics covered include

  • Principles of web writing and how to apply them
  • How to write effective hypertext links
  • How to write for a variety of users
  • How effective web writing helps users navigate your site
  • How to repurpose your print materials for the web

Course details

Course: I 170

Duration: 1 Day

Fee:

Members:   227.00
Non-Members:   325.00

Instructor: