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Are you sitting comfortably? From postural issues to eye strain, the regular use of display screen equipment can cause many issues. Learn the steps to make the use of DSE as comfortable as possible with this 30-minute online Short Course. Are You Sitting Comfortably? Every day hundreds of thousands of us spend multiple hours using display screen equipment (DSE), a computer at work, a laptop or tablet at home, with little regard for the health problems it may cause us. From postural issues to eye strain, repetitive strain injury to headaches - if you’re using display screen equipment regularly you may suffer from one or more of these conditions. The good news is that there are steps you can take to make working with DSE as comfortable as possible. This course outlines the steps you should take. The Course Highfield’s Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Short Course is designed to ensure that users of DSE set up their work stations effectively and ergonomically, avoiding the health risks associated with their use. Learners undertaking this course will learn what DSE is, the health risks associated with its use, how to use DSE appropriately and the importance of correct posture and regular breaks. Finally, the course will outline the kind of support employers should provide for users of DSE at work. Areas Covered What is DSE? DSE health risks Workstation design Correct working position for DSE Portable equipment Identifying risks and safe working practices Eye tests and eyewear Assessing DSE

Selling short stories can be hard work, but through this training, I will show you how to sell your short stories to top paying magazines and anthologies. I will show you how find the right markets so you sell and get published more easily. How to sell your short stories over and over again and so maximise your earning from them. How to avoid having your stories rejected. You will learn techniques to make it easier for you to sell more short stories, and create an ongoing financial income. I've structured this course in a simple to follow way, that will show you how to start submitting your short stories to top paying markets immediately. Just follow the concise sections which cover all the crucial information you need to succeed. What you'll learn Learn how to research short story markets and choose the best ones to target. Have the required knowledge to be able to sell to short stories to paying magazines and anthologies. Requirements You should already be writing or planning to write short stories. Introduction Introduction FREE 00:02:00 Overview 00:01:00 The Basics Why Short Stories 00:01:00 Benefits 00:02:00 Selling v Licensing 00:03:00 Types of licencing rights part 1 00:02:00 Types of licencing rights part 2 00:07:00 Copyright 00:02:00 How to Sell Your Stories Getting ready to sell 00:02:00 The common types of short fiction markets 00:03:00 Finding and choosing the right markets part 1 00:05:00 Finding and choosing the right markets part 2 00:04:00 Finding and choosing the right markets part 3 00:04:00 Finding and choosing the right markets part 4 00:02:00 Submitting Your Short Stories Submission basics- Research 00:08:00 Submission basics- Guidelines and Formatting 00:09:00 Types of submissions 00:04:00 Set up monitoring and keep writing 00:07:00 Dealing with rejections 00:04:00 Contracts Dealing with contracts 00:06:00 Making Your Stories Work Harder and Earn More Selling reprints 00:06:00 Selling foreign language rights 00:02:00 Selling audio rights 00:03:00 Publishing your stories independently 00:04:00 Putting it all together The story submission step-by-step process 00:04:00 Conclusion Final thoughts 00:01:00 Course Certification

Children will have lots of fun developing their performing arts skills, as well as building confidence, social skills, creativity and self-esteem.  Lauren is an experienced LAMDA teacher (the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art). This is one not to be missed!  Please note: this course starts on Monday the 19th of August at 10am UK/1pm UAE. It runs for 4 consecutive days: Monday 19th, Tuesday 20th, Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd at 10am UK each day, for one hour.  If you cannot attend a lesson for any reason, Lauren will record it and send you a link to watch the session via the Zoom cloud. 

Stories are powerful things. They have the ability to enlighten people, enthrall them, convict, encourage, and move at the deepest levels of the soul. And the author who writes the story possesses a great amount of power, and a great amount of responsibility. This Fiction Writing Certificate Course is a step-by-step introductory course on fiction writing no matter the genre. You will learn how to bring your story from start to finish. You will begin with an outline, format learning, writing a synopsis, while drilling out chapters, then editing and marketing it. This course is an exciting way for you to either brush up on your skills, or create a foundation for future projects. Course Highlights Fiction Writing Certificate Course is an award winning and the best selling course that has been given the CPD Qualification Standards & IAO accreditation. It is the most suitable course anyone looking to work in this or relevant sector. It is considered one of the perfect courses in the UK that can help students/learners to get familiar with the topic and gain necessary skills to perform well in this field. We have packed Fiction Writing Certificate Course into 14 modules for teaching you everything you need to become successful in this profession. To provide you ease of access, this course is designed for both part-time and full-time students. You can become accredited in just 7 hours hours and it is also possible to study at your own pace. We have experienced tutors who will help you throughout the comprehensive syllabus of this course and answer all your queries through email. For further clarification, you will be able to recognize your qualification by checking the validity from our dedicated website. Who is this Course for? Fiction Writing Certificate Course is CPD Qualification Standards and IAO accredited. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic backgrounds. Requirements Our Fiction Writing Certificate Course is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path You will be ready to enter the relevant job market after completing this course. You will be able to gain necessary knowledge and skills required to succeed in this sector. All our Diplomas' are CPD Qualification Standards and IAO accredited so you will be able to stand out in the crowd by adding our qualifications to your CV and Resume. Fiction Writing Certificate Course Module 1 Part 1 - Getting Ideas and How to Develop Them FREE 00:30:00 Module 1 Part 2 - Inspiration and Finding The Time FREE 00:30:00 Module 2 - What It Means To Be A Writer 00:30:00 Module 3 - Characters 00:30:00 Module 4 - Plotting and Story Construction 01:00:00 Module 5 - Theme, Templates & Outlining 00:30:00 Module 6 - Show Don't Tell 00:30:00 Module 7 - Punctuation, Grammar and some Basic Writing Rules 00:30:00 Module 8 - Scene Structure, Exposition and Story Rules 00:30:00 Module 9 - Chapter Structure, Vision and Focus 00:30:00 Module 10 - Fast Writing Without Fear or Censure 00:30:00 Module 11 - Editing, Re-writing & Polishing 00:30:00 Module 12 - Finishing, Submission & Publication 00:30:00 Resources Resources - Fiction Writing Course 00:00:00

Description: Learn the procedures of winning the heart of your reader. Short stories are one of the most popular forms of writing as people prefer to read short stories instead of long novels nowadays. The Creative Writing Course - Short Stories course helps you to learn the useful, pragmatic ways of scripting short stories that will attract the customers. Before starting the writing strategies, the course shows you some related terms for writing such as time management, defining your goals for writing, understanding the audiences, etc. Then, you will know how to create protagonists, style, the point of view, tones, short story templates, creating draft and publishing. The final section is dedicated to the procedures of edition including Kindle publishing etc. Here, you will also learn how to deal with the rejections, rights and payments. In short, the course guides you to start writing short stories. Assessment:  At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After you have successfully passed the test, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can however also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Why choose us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos/materials from the industry leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime; The benefit of career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Who is this Course for? Creative Writing Course - Short Stories is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our Creative Writing Course - Short Stories is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Introduction Introduction to Short Story Writing 00:06:00 Foreword Who Am I to Run This Course? 00:06:00 It's All About Mindset 00:07:00 What Tools Do You Need To Succeed? 00:05:00 Part One: Mindset Mental Preparation 00:06:00 Time Management 00:06:00 Self Belief 00:02:00 Goal Setting 00:01:00 Part Two: The Basics Subject Matter 00:04:00 Genre 00:07:00 Scope 00:02:00 Getting Ideas 00:02:00 Part Three: Construction Time The 7-Step Story Generator 00:02:00 Characters & Character Creation 00:03:00 Creating Protagonists 00:07:00 Character Motivation & Interactions 00:03:00 Story & Setting 00:03:00 The 5-Point Story Structure 00:02:00 Style & Tone 00:02:00 Point of View & Tense 00:03:00 Plotting & The Twist 00:05:00 Building a Short Story Template 00:03:00 Building a Short Story Template 00:03:00 Introduction to Scrivener All Hail Scrivener! 00:04:00 Part Four: Writing Your Story The Opening Paragraph 00:03:00 Fast Writing 00:05:00 The Second Draft 00:04:00 Polishing 00:04:00 Part Five: Submitting Your Work 6 Lectures It's All About Presentation 00:04:00 Dealing With Rejection 00:02:00 Rights and Payment 00:01:00 Kindle Publishing 00:04:00 Conclusion Short Stories 00:02:00 Resources Resources - Creative Writing Course - Short Stories 00:00:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

Overview This comprehensive course on Creative Writing Complete Course will deepen your understanding on this topic.After successful completion of this course you can acquire the required skills in this sector. This Creative Writing Complete Course comes with accredited certification which will enhance your CV and make you worthy in the job market.So enrol in this course today to fast track your career ladder. How will I get my certificate? You may have to take a quiz or a written test online during or after the course. After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible for the certificate. Who is this course for? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Creative Writing Complete Course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. Requirements Our Creative Writing Complete Course is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop,Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible on tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on wifi, 3G or 4G.There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. Career path Having these various qualifications will increase the value in your CV and open you up to multiple sectors such as Business & Management, Admin, Accountancy & Finance, Secretarial & PA, Teaching & Mentoring etc. Course Curriculum 22 sections • 105 lectures • 13:54:00 total length •Introduction to Children's Writing: 00:02:00 •Crucial Information: 00:02:00 •Keys to Success: 00:02:00 •A.I.M: 00:04:00 •Getting Ideas: 00:02:00 •Character Creation: 00:02:00 •Characters and Plotting: 00:04:00 •Planning Your Story: 00:03:00 •Storytelling: 00:03:00 •Point of View: 00:04:00 •Technical Writing Issues: 00:04:00 •Story Structure: 00:02:00 •Picture Books 1: 00:03:00 •Picture Books 2: 00:03:00 •Picture Books 3: 00:02:00 •Easy Readers: 00:03:00 •Transition Books: 00:01:00 •Chapter Books: 00:02:00 •Junior Novels: 00:02:00 •Young Adult Fiction: 00:04:00 •Dialogue: 00:05:00 •Show don't Tell: 00:05:00 •Conclusion: 00:02:00 •Introduction to Short Story Writing: 00:06:00 •Who Am I to Run This Course?: 00:06:00 •It's All About Mindset: 00:07:00 •What Tools Do You Need To Succeed?: 00:05:00 •Mental Preparation: 00:06:00 •Time Management: 00:06:00 •Self Belief: 00:02:00 •Goal Setting: 00:01:00 •Subject Matter: 00:04:00 •Genre: 00:07:00 •Scope: 00:02:00 •Getting Ideas: 00:02:00 •The 7-Step Story Generator: 00:02:00 •Characters & Character Creation: 00:03:00 •Creating Protagonists: 00:07:00 •Character Motivation & Interactions: 00:03:00 •Story & Setting: 00:03:00 •The 5-Point Story Structure: 00:02:00 •Style & Tone: 00:02:00 •Point of View & Tense: 00:03:00 •Plotting & The Twist: 00:05:00 •Building a Short Story Template: 00:03:00 •Building a Short Story Template: 00:03:00 •All Hail Scrivener!: 00:04:00 •The Opening Paragraph: 00:03:00 •Fast Writing: 00:05:00 •The Second Draft: 00:04:00 •Polishing: 00:04:00 •It's All About Presentation: 00:04:00 •Dealing With Rejection: 00:02:00 •Rights and Payment: 00:01:00 •Kindle Publishing: 00:04:00 •Conclusion Short Stories: 00:02:00 •Module 1 Part 1 - Getting Ideas and How to Develop Them: 00:30:00 •Module 1 Part 2 - Inspiration and Finding The Time: 00:30:00 •Module 2 - What It Means To Be A Writer: 00:30:00 •Module 3 - Characters: 00:30:00 •Module 4 - Plotting and Story Construction: 00:30:00 •Module 5 - Theme, Templates & Outlining: 00:30:00 •Module 6 - Show Don't Tell: 00:30:00 •Module 7 - Punctuation, Grammar and some Basic Writing Rules: 00:30:00 •Module 8 - Scene Structure, Exposition and Story Rules: 00:30:00 •Module 9 - Chapter Structure, Vision and Focus: 00:30:00 •Module 10 - Fast Writing Without Fear or Censure: 00:30:00 •Module 11 - Editing, Re-writing & Polishing: 00:30:00 •Module 12 - Finishing, Submission & Publication: 00:30:00 •Lesson One: The History of Horror: 01:00:00 •Lesson Two: Characters and Concepts: 01:00:00 •Lesson Three: Location and Backdrop: 01:00:00 •Lesson Four: Story and Plotting: 01:00:00 •Lesson Five: Writing Issues: 01:00:00 •Lesson Six: Horror Markets: 01:00:00 •Introduction to Writing Fantasy: 01:00:00 •Writing Fantasy - Lesson One - Imagining Fantasy: 01:00:00 •Writing Fantasy - Lesson Two - World Building, Maps and Visualization: 01:00:00 •Writing Fantasy - Lesson Three - Characters, Races and Societies: 01:00:00 •Writing Fantasy - Lesson Four - Plotting, Questing and Traveling: 01:00:00 •Writing Fantasy - Lesson Five - Point of View, Artifacts and Magic: 01:00:00 •Writing Fantasy - Lesson Six - Resolutions and Sequels: 01:00:00 •Amusing Article About Fantasy Writing (because it's true!): 01:00:00 •Fantasy: Recommended Author & Book List: 01:00:00 •Fantasy Societies Listing: 01:00:00 •Mythological Creature Listing: 02:00:00 •Introduction to Writing the Thriller: 00:30:00 •The Thriller: Form and Function: 00:30:00 •Writing the Thriller: Lesson Two: 00:30:00 •Exercise 1 - Building Your Thriller: 00:00:00 •Writing the Thriller: Lesson Three: 00:30:00 •Exercise 2 - Building Your Thriller: 00:30:00 •Writing the Thriller: Lesson Four: 00:30:00 •Exercise 3 - Building Your Thriller: 00:30:00 •Writing the Thriller: Lesson Five: 00:30:00 •Exercise 4 - Building Your Thriller: 00:30:00 •Writing the Thriller: Lesson Six: 00:30:00 •Welcome to the Writer's Greatest Untapped Income Source: 00:15:00 •Introduction to Writing for TV, Cable and Satellite Networks: 01:00:00 •Your Ideas and How to Present Them: 01:00:00 •What's Different About TV Writing?: 01:00:00 •Scripting, Editing and the Story Bible: 00:30:00 •A Special Masterclass On Comedy Writing: 00:30:00 •The Money and How You Get Paid: 00:30:00 •Writing the Thriller: Lesson One: 00:30:00

Craft compelling narratives with our Writing Short Story and Character Creation Diploma. Unleash your creativity and master the art of storytelling.

Are you ready to go on a journey into the realm of storytelling? Our "Novel Writing: Planning, Plotting and Publishing" course is crafted to empower aspiring authors with the essential skills to bring their literary dreams to life. Begin by uncovering the art of inspiration, learning to cultivate and refine ideas that resonate with your chosen readership. Delve into the intricacies of crafting compelling narratives, where every plot twist and setting breathes life into your story world. Even the most seasoned writers face moments of uncertainty; conquer these hurdles with strategies to banish writer's block and reignite your creative spark. With a keen eye for detail, master the art of editing, transforming rough drafts into polished manuscripts that shine. Our course not only equips you with the skills to start writing but also guides you through the intricacies of the publishing world. Prepare to see your novel in print as you navigate the path from manuscript to publication, ensuring your literary journey culminates in success. Course Curriculum: Module 01: Finding Ideas and Selecting Your Audience Module 02: Planning and Plotting Using Stories, Narrative and Setting Module 03: Bringing Your Characters to Life Module 04: Making That First Draft Module 05: Overcoming the Dreaded Writer's Block Module 06: Editing Effectively Module 07: Getting Started with Novel Writing Module 08: Getting Your Work Published Learning Outcomes: Generate ideas and identify target readers for effective novel planning. Develop plots, narratives, and settings to structure compelling stories. Create vibrant characters that resonate with readers throughout the novel. Produce an initial draft of a novel using structured writing techniques. Apply strategies to overcome writer's block during the writing process. Edit manuscripts efficiently to refine and improve novel manuscripts. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Novel Writing: Planning, Plotting and Publishing 2:10:40 1: Module 01: Finding Ideas and Selecting Your Audience 14:40 2: Module 02: Selecting Your Genre 17:53 3: Module 03: Planning and Plotting Using Stories, Narrative and Setting 15:43 4: Module 04: Bringing Your Characters to Life 18:58 5: Module 05: Making That First Draft 11:53 6: Module 06 Overcoming the Dreaded Writer's Block 14:10 7: Module 07: Editing Effectively 12:10 8: Module 08: Getting Started with Novel Writing 12:18 9: Module 09: Getting Your Work Published 11:55 10: CPD Certificate - Free 01:00 Who is this course for? Aspiring novelists seeking structured guidance in writing fiction. Writers looking to enhance their storytelling and planning skills. Individuals interested in exploring the process of novel publication. Fiction enthusiasts wanting to improve their writing and manuscript editing. Beginners in novel writing looking for comprehensive foundational knowledge. Career path Novelist Fiction Writer Manuscript Editor Publishing Assistant Creative Writing Instructor Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Reed Courses Certificate of Completion Digital certificate - Included Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Are you ready to go on a journey into the realm of storytelling? Our "Novel Writing: Planning, Plotting and Publishing" course is crafted to empower aspiring authors with the essential skills to bring their literary dreams to life. Begin by uncovering the art of inspiration, learning to cultivate and refine ideas that resonate with your chosen readership. Delve into the intricacies of crafting compelling narratives, where every plot twist and setting breathes life into your story world. Even the most seasoned writers face moments of uncertainty; conquer these hurdles with strategies to banish writer's block and reignite your creative spark. With a keen eye for detail, master the art of editing, transforming rough drafts into polished manuscripts that shine. Our course not only equips you with the skills to start writing but also guides you through the intricacies of the publishing world. Prepare to see your novel in print as you navigate the path from manuscript to publication, ensuring your literary journey culminates in success. Course Curriculum: Module 01: Finding Ideas and Selecting Your Audience Module 02: Planning and Plotting Using Stories, Narrative and Setting Module 03: Bringing Your Characters to Life Module 04: Making That First Draft Module 05: Overcoming the Dreaded Writer's Block Module 06: Editing Effectively Module 07: Getting Started with Novel Writing Module 08: Getting Your Work Published Learning Outcomes: Generate ideas and identify target readers for effective novel planning. Develop plots, narratives, and settings to structure compelling stories. Create vibrant characters that resonate with readers throughout the novel. Produce an initial draft of a novel using structured writing techniques. Apply strategies to overcome writer's block during the writing process. Edit manuscripts efficiently to refine and improve novel manuscripts. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Novel Writing: Planning, Plotting and Publishing 2:10:40 1: Module 01: Finding Ideas and Selecting Your Audience 14:40 2: Module 02: Selecting Your Genre 17:53 3: Module 03: Planning and Plotting Using Stories, Narrative and Setting 15:43 4: Module 04: Bringing Your Characters to Life 18:58 5: Module 05: Making That First Draft 11:53 6: Module 06 Overcoming the Dreaded Writer's Block 14:10 7: Module 07: Editing Effectively 12:10 8: Module 08: Getting Started with Novel Writing 12:18 9: Module 09: Getting Your Work Published 11:55 10: CPD Certificate - Free 01:00 Who is this course for? Aspiring novelists seeking structured guidance in writing fiction. Writers looking to enhance their storytelling and planning skills. Individuals interested in exploring the process of novel publication. Fiction enthusiasts wanting to improve their writing and manuscript editing. Beginners in novel writing looking for comprehensive foundational knowledge. Career path Novelist Fiction Writer Manuscript Editor Publishing Assistant Creative Writing Instructor Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Reed Courses Certificate of Completion Digital certificate - Included Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.