Publication date : 03/12/2025
Course : Spelling and grammar, the basics
Practical course - 2d
- 14h00 - Ref. AGO
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 | Respect the spelling rules for words in the professional lexicon |
| Correct verb conjugation and agreement |
| Consistent agreement of the elements of a nominal group |
| Choose the vocabulary best suited to the context |
| Correctly write words with different meanings and the same pronunciation |
Intended audience
Anyone wishing to improve their written expression skills in a professional context
Prerequisites
No
Course schedule
1 An overview of the fundamentals
- Recognize and name the different grammatical categories in a text
- Define the grammatical functions of each word in a sentence
- Construct a sentence from given grammatical elements
- Know the uses and specific features of nouns, verbs, adjectives, determiners, adverbs, prepositions and conjunctions.
Compétences visées
- Practical exercises: writing a text with numerous spelling pitfalls
- Sentence analysis: divide sentences into words, identify their grammatical category and function
Activités pédagogiques
- Detailed grammar sheets with examples
Outils et méthodes
2 Master common spelling conventions
- Apply the most common spelling rules
- Memorize spelling exceptions
- Identify and correct spelling errors in a text
- Know the specifics of consonant doubling in verbs and nouns, the plurals of simple nouns and compound words, the agreement of qualifying and color adjectives, the agreement and plurals of numbers.
Compétences visées
- Dictation: dictation of words, sentences and texts
- Letter games: crosswords, anagrams, etc.
- Text correction: correct texts containing spelling errors
Activités pédagogiques
- Revision sheets
- Quiz
- Mnemonic methods
Outils et méthodes
3 Review and clarify the use of verbs
- Conjugate verbs in different modes and tenses
- Agreeing the verb with its subject
- Use appropriate verb tenses according to context
Compétences visées
- Conjugation exercises: conjugation of irregular verbs, pronominal verbs
- Text analysis: identify verb tenses and their function
Activités pédagogiques
- Irregular verb conjugation table
- Verbal tenses
Outils et méthodes
4 Avoid confusion and enrich your vocabulary
- Identify homonyms, pleonasms and barbarisms
- Choosing the right word for the right context
- Use a precise and varied vocabulary in speaking and writing
Compétences visées
- Vocabulary exercises: synonyms, antonyms, lexical fields
- Word games: charades, riddles
- Reading texts: analysis of vocabulary used
Activités pédagogiques
- Thematic vocabulary cards
Outils et méthodes
5 Optimizing written communication
- Organize ideas logically and coherently in a text
- Adapt language register and tone to the audience and the communication situation
- Express ideas clearly and concisely, avoiding ambiguities
- Reread and correct your text to improve its quality
Compétences visées
- Practical exercises: writing a variety of texts (letters, reports, curriculum vitae, etc.).
- Text analysis: study the structure, style and register of different types of text (newspaper articles, reports, professional e-mails, etc.).
- Group discussions: present and comment on texts produced and debriefing
Activités pédagogiques
- Writing workshop
Outils et méthodes
Options
Certification : 140 € HT
This course prepares you for Voltaire certification, with an optional voucher and exam simulator. The simulator offers 20 hours of practice in spelling, grammar and e-mail writing, accessible for one year.
The exam takes place in a specific center on the date of your choice, lasts 3 hours and includes a 2-line dictation and a MCQ of 195 sentences. The Voltaire Certificate is sent by post 15 days after the exam, and the score is communicated by e-mail a few days beforehand.
Customer reviews
4,7 / 5
Customer reviews are based on end-of-course evaluations. The score is calculated from all evaluations within the past year. Only reviews with a textual comment are displayed.
LÉA M.
17/11/25
5 / 5
The training content was particularly enriching, providing useful and applicable knowledge. The teaching methods used were clear and structured, which made the learning very instructive and enjoyable.
ARTHUR P.
17/11/25
5 / 5
The course meets expectations. It provides an opportunity to review the basics of French while adapting to the needs of the participants.
LIEVRE ALICE L.
17/11/25
4 / 5
Sometimes difficult on video
PARTICIPANTS
Anyone wishing to improve their written expression skills in a professional context
PREREQUISITES
No
TRAINER QUALIFICATIONS
The experts leading the training are specialists in the covered subjects. They have been approved by our instructional teams for both their professional knowledge and their teaching ability, for each course they teach. They have at least five to ten years of experience in their field and hold (or have held) decision-making positions in companies.
ASSESSMENT TERMS
The trainer evaluates each participant’s academic progress throughout the training using multiple choice, scenarios, hands-on work and more.
Participants also complete a placement test before and after the course to measure the skills they’ve developed.
TERMS AND DEADLINES
Registration must be completed 24 hours before the start of the training.
ACCESSIBILITY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Do you need special accessibility accommodations? Contact Mrs. Fosse, Disability Manager, at psh-accueil@orsys.fr to review your request and its feasibility.
Anyone wishing to improve their written expression skills in a professional context
PREREQUISITES
No
TRAINER QUALIFICATIONS
The experts leading the training are specialists in the covered subjects. They have been approved by our instructional teams for both their professional knowledge and their teaching ability, for each course they teach. They have at least five to ten years of experience in their field and hold (or have held) decision-making positions in companies.
ASSESSMENT TERMS
The trainer evaluates each participant’s academic progress throughout the training using multiple choice, scenarios, hands-on work and more.
Participants also complete a placement test before and after the course to measure the skills they’ve developed.
TEACHING AIDS AND TECHNICAL RESOURCES
• The main teaching aids and instructional methods used in the training are audiovisual aids, documentation and course material, hands-on application exercises and corrected exercises for practical training courses, case studies and coverage of real cases for training seminars.
• At the end of each course or seminar, ORSYS provides participants with a course evaluation questionnaire that is analysed by our instructional teams.
• A check-in sheet for each half-day of attendance is provided at the end of the training, along with a course completion certificate if the trainee attended the entire session.
• The main teaching aids and instructional methods used in the training are audiovisual aids, documentation and course material, hands-on application exercises and corrected exercises for practical training courses, case studies and coverage of real cases for training seminars.
• At the end of each course or seminar, ORSYS provides participants with a course evaluation questionnaire that is analysed by our instructional teams.
• A check-in sheet for each half-day of attendance is provided at the end of the training, along with a course completion certificate if the trainee attended the entire session.
TERMS AND DEADLINES
Registration must be completed 24 hours before the start of the training.
ACCESSIBILITY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Do you need special accessibility accommodations? Contact Mrs. Fosse, Disability Manager, at psh-accueil@orsys.fr to review your request and its feasibility.
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