Module III – Punctuation and Capitalization

Module III Sample Screen

Module III provides a unique, interactive approach to learning how to punctuate sentences correctly. The six punctuation lessons are categorized as six punctuation checkpoints that must be systematically reviewed each time a sentence is written to ensure that the sentence is punctuated correctly. The PTM A exercise requires not only punctuating a sentence correctly, but also selecting the correct punctuation rule(s).

Module III also includes a lesson on capitalization.

Module III Features and Specifications

These are the core concepts presented for Module III that lead to the targeted writing competencies.

Punctuating End of Sentences (Check Point 1)
Punctuating Introductory Elements (Check Point 2)
Punctuating Interrupting Elements (Check Point 3)
Punctuating Ending Elements (Check Point 4)
Punctuating Independent Clauses (Check Point 5)
Punctuating Series of Elements (Check Point 6)
Capitalization

These are the target writing competencies that each individual should achieve after completing Module III.

The ability to identify and correct sentences that have:

a punctuation error at the end of the sentence.
an introductory element that is not punctuated correctly.
an interrupting element that is not punctuated correctly.
an ending element that is not punctuated correctly.
consecutive independent clauses that are not punctuated correctly.
a series of elements that are not punctuated correctly.
one or more capitalization errors.

Module III consist of seven lessons. Each lesson includes the following six sections:

Lesson Introduction
Rules to Follow
Lesson Reinforcer
Practice to Mastery Part A – Applying Rules (graded test)
Practice to Mastery Part B – Finding Errors (graded test)
Terms and Tasks Flash Cards

EGUMPP was designed to use technlogy to improve learning, to provide a systematic approach for developing a solid understanding of fundamental skills, and to support teachers. Some of the ways Module III accomplishes these goals are described below:

Seven lessons
Three interactive exercises per lesson
Unique grading system that allows continuous improvement of lesson grades
System grading of all exercises
Immediate feedback after each attempt (allows instant review of mistakes)
Lesson ending flash cards
Two-part mastery test
Lesson content presented as easy-to-remember rules
Detailed printable grade report
Completely online
Minimal amount of time required for completion (time required ranges from 7 to 15 hours)

Each lesson includes these three interactive exercises.

Reinforcer Details

Focuses on the key concept within the lesson
Using a multiple-choice format, each attempt requires reviewing sentences for specific concepts related to the lesson
Unique completion requirement that aids in retaining the lesson concept

Practice to Mastery Part A – Applying Rules Details

Graded Exercise
Requires inserting the correct punctuation in a sentence and selecting the correct rule that explains the punctuation choice (Lessons 1—6)
Requires capitalizing words in a sentence and selecting the correct rule that explains why these words should be capitalized (Lesson 7)
Provides a code-analysis report after each test attempt
Displays correct answers after each attempt
Challenges individuals by displaying his or her score to beat
Includes audio tracks for the rules and examples
Allows unlimited retests

Practice to Mastery Part B – Finding Errors Details

Graded Exercise
Reinforces the lesson content from all previous lessons
Requires determining if the displayed sentence is punctuated correctly and identifying
or incorrectly and selecting the type of punctuation error if the sentence is incorrectly punctuated
Provides a code-analysis report after each test attempt
Displays correct answers after each attempt
Challenges individuals by displaying his or her score to beat
Allows unlimited retests