Common English Mistakes in E-Learning Modules by Ukrainian Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Ukrainian speakers from Ukraine when writing a E-learning Module in English.

Mistake Example #1

Using 'will' incorrectly in conditionals ('If it will rain, I will stay' instead of 'If it rains, I will stay')

Welcome to the E-learning Module on Weather Preparedness. If it willrains tomorrow, we will need to adjust our outdoor activities. It is important to check the forecast regularly, so if it willshows any changes, we will update the schedule accordingly.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Very good! The word "will" was used incorrectly a couple of times, so I changed those sentences."

Welcome to the E-learning Module on Weather Preparedness. If it rains tomorrow, we will need to adjust our outdoor activities. It is important to check the forecast regularly, so if it shows any changes, we will update the schedule accordingly.

Welcome to the E-learning Module on Weather Preparedness. If it will rain tomorrow, we will need to adjust our outdoor activities. It is important to check the forecast regularly, so if it will show any changes, we will update the schedule accordingly.

Mistake Example #2

Skipping articles ('I bought car' instead of 'I bought a car')

Welcome tothe module on effective communication skills. In this lesson, we will explore how to give apresentation. First, you need to prepare the content and organize it logically. Remember to practice speaking clearly and make eye contact with theaudience. Bythe end of this module, you will be able to deliver apresentation with confidence.

Text corrected by:
Michele A., Boston, Massachusetts; United States

"I added articles to this text as needed. Otherwise, your ideas are clearly expressed"

Welcome to the module on effective communication skills. In this lesson, we will explore how to give a presentation. First, you need to prepare the content and organize it logically. Remember to practice speaking clearly and make eye contact with the audience. By the end of this module, you will be able to deliver a presentation with confidence.

Welcome to module on effective communication skills. In this lesson, we will explore how to give presentation. First, you need to prepare content and organize it logically. Remember to practice speaking clearly and make eye contact with audience. By end of this module, you will be able to deliver presentation with confidence.

Mistake Example #3

Confusion with word order ('Always I go to the store' instead of 'I always go to the store')

Welcome to the module on English grammar basics. Today, we will learn about the order of words in sentences. It is importantit is to remember that in English, the subject usually comes before the verb. For example, "Always I go to the store" is incorrect; instead, you should say, "I always go to the store." Practice this rule, and soon you will notice animprovement in your writing skills.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"I made an edit to correct the word order: "Important it is to remember" should be "It is important to remember"."

Welcome to the module on English grammar basics. Today, we will learn about the order of words in sentences. It is important to remember that in English, the subject usually comes before the verb. For example, "Always I go to the store" is incorrect; instead, you should say, "I always go to the store." Practice this rule, and soon you will notice an improvement in your writing skills.

Welcome to the module on English grammar basics. Today, we will learn about the order of words in sentences. Important it is to remember that in English, the subject usually comes before the verb. For example, "Always I go to the store" is incorrect; instead, you should say, "I always go to the store." Practice this rule, and soon you will notice improvement in your writing skills.