OVERVIEW
This presentation introduces the essential rules and uses of punctuation marks to improve clarity, coherence, and style in writing. It begins with an overview of basic punctuation, including the period, comma, semicolon, colon, apostrophe, quotation marks, question mark, and exclamation mark. The presentation also covers the hyphen and dash, parentheses and brackets, and ellipses, explaining their functions and common usage errors. Learners are guided through examples of frequent punctuation mistakes and strategies to avoid them. To reinforce learning, the session includes practice exercises, a writing assignment, and peer review activities. The presentation concludes with a summary of key points, emphasizing how correct punctuation enhances readability and strengthens overall writing effectiveness.
