Common English Mistakes in Online Course Contents by Mandarin Chinese Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Mandarin Chinese speakers from Taiwan when writing a Online Course Content in English.

Mistake Example #1

Misuse of singular/plural nouns ('There are much people here' instead of 'There are many people here')

Welcome to our online course on English grammar improvement. In this lesson, we will discuss how to use singular and plural nouns correctly. There isare many examples in the course materials that show common mistakes. Make sure to review each example carefully, as there isare muchlot of information that can help you understand the rules better.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Your ideas were clear :) I just made a few small changes to improve the flow and polish the sentences. "

Welcome to our online course on English grammar improvement. In this lesson, we will discuss how to use singular and plural nouns correctly. There are many examples in the course materials that show common mistakes. Make sure to review each example carefully, as there is a lot of information that can help you understand the rules better.

Welcome to our online course on English grammar improvement. In this lesson, we will discuss how to use singular and plural nouns correctly. There is many examples in the course material that show common mistakes. Make sure to review each example carefully, as there are much information that can help you understand the rules better.

Mistake Example #2

Using overly formal or direct language

Welcome to this online course about English grammar improvement. It is imperative that yYoumust complete all exercises withthe utmost diligence to achieve success. Pleaseensure you submit your assignments promptly, as failure to do so will result in penalties.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"Be mindful of your overuse of formal or direct language. "It is imperative that you complete all exercises with utmost diligence to achieve success" sounds better as this: "You must complete all exercises with the utmost diligence to achieve success." / "Please ensure you submit your assignments promptly" is better as this: "Please submit your assignments promptly"."

Welcome to this online course about English grammar improvement. You must complete all exercises with the utmost diligence to achieve success. Please submit your assignments promptly, as failure to do so will result in penalties.

Welcome to this online course about English grammar improvement. It is imperative that you complete all exercises with utmost diligence to achieve success. Please ensure you submit your assignments promptly, as failure to do so will result in penalties.

Mistake Example #3

Omitting the subject in sentences ('Is important to learn English' instead of 'It is important to learn English')

In this lesson,you will learn about the importance of English in global communication. It is essential to practice speaking and listening every day. Also, ithelps to watch movies inEnglishmovies or listen to songs sung inEnglishsongs to improveyour understanding.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Just a few minor tweaks to give your sentences subjects and make the writing clear :) Good job! "

In this lesson, you will learn about the importance of English in global communication. It is essential to practice speaking and listening every day. Also, it helps to watch movies in English or listen to songs sung in English to improve your understanding.

In this lesson, learn about the importance of English in global communication. Is essential to practice speaking and listening every day. Also, helps to watch English movies or listen to English songs to improve understanding.