Common English Mistakes in E-Learning Modules by Arabic Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Arabic speakers from United Arab Emirates when writing a E-learning Module in English.

Mistake Example #1

Misuse of articles ('I have car' instead of 'I have a car')

Welcome tothe module on effective communication skills. In this lesson, we will learn how to give apresentation. First, you need to prepare thecontent carefully. Make sure you havea clear structure for your talk. Start with theintroduction, then move tothe main points, and finish with theconclusion. Practice isthe key to success, so rehearse your speech multiple times. Remember, confidence is important when you stand in front of an audience.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to add missing articles ("the," "an," etc.)."

Welcome to the module on effective communication skills. In this lesson, we will learn how to give a presentation. First, you need to prepare the content carefully. Make sure you have a clear structure for your talk. Start with the introduction, then move to the main points, and finish with the conclusion. Practice is the key to success, so rehearse your speech multiple times. Remember, confidence is important when you stand in front of an audience.

Welcome to module on effective communication skills. In this lesson, we will learn how to give presentation. First, you need to prepare content carefully. Make sure you have clear structure for your talk. Start with introduction, then move to main points, and finish with conclusion. Practice is key to success, so rehearse your speech multiple times. Remember, confidence is important when you stand in front of audience.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of passive voice

In this module,we will discuss the importance of renewable energy sourceswill be discussed. Solar power is being considered as a key solution to energy challenges. TWe will highlight the benefits of solar energy arndebexaming highlighted, and its impact on the environmentwill be examined. By the end of this lesson, theyour understanding of solar energy applications will be improved.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"I changed some of the passive voice constructions to the active voice to enhance the flow of the text. Nice job!"

In this module, we will discuss the importance of renewable energy sources. Solar power is being considered as a key solution to energy challenges. We will highlight the benefits of solar energy and examine its impact on the environment. By the end of this lesson, your understanding of solar energy applications will be improved.

In this module, the importance of renewable energy sources will be discussed. Solar power is being considered as a key solution to energy challenges. The benefits of solar energy are being highlighted, and its impact on the environment will be examined. By the end of this lesson, the understanding of solar energy applications will be improved.