The ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course (leading to ExpertRating Writing Skills
Certification).
Have you thought
about writing your story, sharing life-altering events? Does your
family really know about their heritage? If you've ever thought
about writing your life story, now is the time. You will have the
satisfaction of telling history your way.
You may even find
a lucrative market for your story, just like the authors of the
bestselling Rocket Boys and Angela's Ashes. This course walks you
step-by-step through the process of writing your life story. It's
fun. It's exciting. It's a story only you can tell.
This course includes a knowledgeable and
caring instructor who will guide you through your lessons,
facilitate discussions, and answer your questions. The instructor
for this course will be Eva Shaw.
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Eva Shaw
About the
ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course
instructor :Eva Shaw, Ph.D. is a full-time working
writer of 1000 articles, essays and short stories. She’s the ghost
or author of 70 books including: Ghostwriting for Fun & Profit,
Writeriffic: Creativity Training for Writers, Write Your Book in 20
Minutes (a DVD), Shovel It: Nature’s Health Plan, What to Do When a
Loved One Dies, The Successful Writer’s Guide to Publishing Magazine
Articles, Writing the Nonfiction Book, Insider’s Guide to San Diego,
The Sun Never Sets, and more. Eva's work has been featured in USA
Today, San Diego Union Tribune, Shape, Woman’s World, Country
Living, Costco Connection, Publisher’s Weekly, Washington Post, the
Wall Street Journal and others. She has won several awards,
including the Book of the Year Award from the American Journal of
Nursing, the Benjamin Franklin Award, and the Woman of Merit Award.
An expert on time management for writers, Eva stays on top of market
trends to sell her own work and to help emerging writers focus on
quality writing and publication.
Online Life Story Writing Skills Course requirements:
For taking this
instructor led ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course you need
Internet access, E-mail, and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or
Mozilla Firefox Web browser.
Testimonials:
The ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course has received
overwhelming positive feedback and reviews from students around the
world. Here are a few:
"After
a BA, three Masters and many CE classes, I can honestly say this was one of the
best classes I have ever taken. Thank you, Eva, for your insights, your
encouragement, and for just being who you are. This class has prompted me to
begin to put onto paper many of the things I have always wanted to write down,
and I am finding that "the truth is setting me free." I am finally beginning to
put together a legacy for my daughters, that will allow them to see who I really
am, and Eva, I have you to thank for that."
"Another
wonderful class have ended, but, the stories have only just began. Eva, you are
a master at bringing out the best in your students. Thank you."
"As
a senior citizen, I was a bit hesitant about an Internet class. I shouldn't have
been. This has been my first Internet class and you have contributed to making
it a lot easier than I thought it would be. I would have loved to meet you face
to face, without that though, meeting you here was a joy for me. Thank you."
"A
wonderful class, a superb instructor."
"Eva:
As a counselor, I share the same feelings you mention when one of my clients is
ready to launch on their own. As your student, I am very grateful for the
instruction you provided and for the words of encouragement. I wouldn't have
believed it possible that I could have formed an attachment via an online course
but I have. Thank you!"
"Eva
has been the best writing instructor I've ever had, always providing positive
guidance without any form of discouragement. A simple "nudge" here and "let me
point you in this direction" etc., is quite refreshing from an instructor
instead of the raw criticisms that may hinder one's goal to write and share a
personal life story. Thank you Eva and thank you classmates."
"Eva,
I appreciate this class for giving me tools and guided practice in using them.
The class has me already stimulated to frame certain memories and take notes as
triggered by lessons, assignments, and discussions."
"Eva
Shaw is a phenomenal instructor. Her warmth & caring comes across even in an
on-line course. I thoroughly enjoyed the class, & would highly recommend it to
others."
"Eva
Shaw's enthusiasm for Writing is clear. Her lessons and feedback were always
informative and encouraging. I enjoyed this course very much-- thanks a
million!"
"Eva
Shaw was a delight and I found her course uplifting, full of good information
and references, and just like talking with a new friend over coffee. Very
personal and friendly."
"Eva
Shaw was not only an excellent instructor but also compassionate towards the
students. She worked to bring the best out of all of us."
"Eva,
Thanks for all the wonderful resources on the internet and the books. It is just
great. Well worth the money. I am truly satisfied with everything in this
class."
Eva,
Thanks so much for all the great info on how to write your life story. I hope to
keep with it and get it all on paper. But, I see I am not alone when it comes to
falling behind. You have a great way of getting the student excited about the
next assignment, and encouraging them to continue through all the obstacles they
may come across. To all my fellow writers out there, I wish you well, continue
to follow your heart all the way to the written page. I'll be looking on the
Best Seller's List for all of your Life Stories. Take care!"
"Eva
took care to respond to all discussion area questions and give positive and
helpful comments. Really enjoyed this class a lot."
"Eva
was wonderful in offering students help and resource information. I felt she was
actually a part of us in the class. She did not serve as an instructor alone but
as a friend as well."
"Eva:
You are a top-notch instructor. Eva, thanks for knowing and openly saying what
needed to be done without being critical, but encouraging with a gentle nudge.
Your techniques are the best, again thank you all for a successful learning
experience."
ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course
(leading to
ExpertRating Writing Skills Certification)
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information through the in-depth ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course ware which has
been developed by experienced Writers.
The ExpertRating Writing Skills Certification is by far the best value for money instructor led
Writing Skills Program at $129.99.
Some Popular questions and answers about
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Writing Skills Certification cost and what does it include?
You can buy this ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course
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get the following services within the USD $129.99 fee.
In-depth ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course ware including scenarios and case studies.
An instructor to guide you through the
course and to whom you can direct your questions.
World wide airmail delivery of the hard
copy Writing Skills Certificate. The Writing Skills Certificate can be used
to prove your certified status and does not mention the words
"online".
An online transcript that can be used to
prove your certified credentials on the internet at any time.
How do I get certified?
The process of getting yourself certified is very simple. All you have to do is buy the
ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course for $129.99. Log in to the instructor led course using your password. Go through the
ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course ware (which would take you 6 weeks) and complete the final
Writing Skills Certification exam at your convenience. You can complete the exam within 2 months of buying the
Writing Skills Certification. The result of the exam appears as soon as it is completed, and your
Writing Skills Certificate is mailed immediately.
What learning aids will I get?
The
ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course includes the following learning aids:
24 x 7 hour access to the courseware. A printer friendly version of the
ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course is also provided
A friendly instructor to answer your questions online
A discussion area to have your questions answered
Chapter end quizzes to ensure that you are learning important aspects of every chapter
Chapter assignments to help you practically use the
Writing Skills that you will learn during the Writing Skills Course.
What is the final exam like?
The final exam is fully based upon the ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course ware that is provided along with the
Writing Skills Certification. If you have gone through the courseware properly you should not have a problem clearing the exam. The exam consists of multiple choice questions from all chapters of the
ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course ware.
What are the course start dates?
ExpertRating instructor led courses commence
every month, you can always choose a suitable date for your course
commencement in any month. To see available course start dates,
please click on the "Enroll now" button.
All courses run for six weeks, with a two-week grace period at the end. Two lessons are released each week for the six-week duration of the course. You do not have to be present when the lesson is released, but you must complete each lesson within two weeks of its release.
A new section of each course starts on the second or third Wednesday of each month. If enrolling in a series of two or more courses please be sure to space the start date for each course at least two months apart.
According
to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of writers and
editors is expected to grow 10 percent, or about as fast as the
average for all occupations, from 2006 to 2016.
Writing your life
story or writing your autobiography are similar terms with a little
difference. An autobiography can either be written by you or in
collaboration with a professional writer. Writing your own life
story implies completely relying on your own memory to write the biography unlike the
biographers who rely on documents and other people’s opinions to
write a life story. Writing your life story entails
mentioning important things like who you are, what is the meaning of
life for you and what you think about the future.
Writing your life story means that the
story will be full of facts and it can include interesting anecdotes
to make the write-up an enjoyable experience for the reader. The
ExpertRating Write your Life Story course will equip
you to write your life story like a pro.
ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course
Coverage (6 weeks program)
Week One
Wednesday - Lesson 01
Has
anyone ever told you that you have
an incredible life or asked if
you've written your life story? Are
there things that you want to put in
print for yourself, your loved ones,
or the reading public? If so, then
this is the class for you! In this
first lesson, you'll discover why
only you can write your life story,
how to give yourself permission to
do it, and explore some ways to
empower yourself.
Friday - Lesson 02
Where should you start? The
beginning might not be the
correct answer. That's the focus
of this lesson. This lesson will
also talk about becoming an
observer of yourself and others
around you. The instructor
hereby gives you permission to
ask questions and eavesdrop on
conversations (without being
rude, of course). What direction
will you take with writing about
your life? Will it be a
book-length memoir or a
collection of shorter essays?
This lesson will explore the
endless possibilities and why
you don't have to make any
decisions just yet.
Week Two
Wednesday - Lesson 03
Writing a life story is like
making a pot of vegetable soup.
You assemble all the
ingredients, chopping some or
maybe shelling fresh peas and
peeling carrots. Then you find a
pot that's the right size and
begin putting the ingredients in
it. Next comes the waiting part.
You must simmer the soup for a
while or it won't be soup—just
cold water with raw vegetables.
Right now, your life story might
be just that—a bunch of
ingredients that you need to
assemble and let simmer. So,
this lesson will talk about how
to select the right ingredients
for cooking up a life story that
will satisfy you and your
reader.
Friday - Lesson 04
This
lesson will talk about the people
who have been in your life and
discuss their influence on you. In
order to spark your memory and to
pull these influential people into
your story, you'll fill out
character sketches on each person.
You might even discover some things
about yourself as you reflect on
those who have been a part of your
world.
Week Three
Wednesday - Lesson 05-
When
you write your life story, you'll be
revealing yourself. You may share
moments few know about. You'll tell
your side of events, adventures, and
episodes. You'll make judgments,
you'll give opinions, you'll speak
out, and you may allow others to see
sides of you that have never been
revealed. This lesson will talk
about—perhaps even wrestle
with—these topics.
Friday - Lesson 06
In
this lesson you'll learn quick,
easy, and virtually guaranteed
methods to spark memories. You'll do
this by investigating your senses
and your memories. This might
include looking at photographs,
going to movies, or even eating
comfort foods from your past.
Week Four
Wednesday - Lesson 07
This
lesson will continue to focus on how
to jog memories and find creative
inspiration. First, it will talk
about writing in a journal. By the
time this course is over, your
writer's journal will be your new
best friend. If you're serious about
writing the stories in your life,
you will need time to do it. So this
lesson will also cover time
management. You'll learn where to
find writing time and when may be
the most creative times for working
on your life story.
Friday - Lesson 08
In
this lesson, you'll learn ways to
preserve your story, your own
history. It will talk about how to
capture your writer's voice or the
voice of the person you're writing
about. Everyone has a unique speech
pattern and word selection. Your job
is to discover these voices and
include them in your writing. It
will also go over how to get ready
to interview others for information
and how to fill in the blanks you
may have in your own story. Then,
this lesson will discuss how to find
information you need through
research. The challenge and fun of
writing life stories is to write
them as if you're sitting across a
table from your reader, telling the
tales. In this lesson, you'll find
out how to do it.
Week Five
Wednesday - Lesson 09
If
you write, at some point you'll have
to get information from another
person. This is especially true when
you're writing your life story. So,
this entire lesson will be devoted
to interviewing. It is obvious that
all the information is in your head.
Or is it? Let's say you want to
include how you and a grandparent
share the same features, or so
you've been told. By interviewing a
friend or relative who also knew
this person, you can get many more
details. That's what interviewing is
all about—asking questions to get
information. And if you're helping
another person write a life story,
most of the information you get will
be through interviews.
Friday - Lesson 10
Location, location, location! You
need to clearly describe the details
of the locations in your life story.
In this lesson, you'll learn
professional ways to describe your
location so that it jumps off the
page. You'll gather up the tools to
make your story shine. Yes, it's all
in the details. In addition, this
lesson will teach you how to create
a mental picture of a typical
reader. You'll find out why, as you
write your life story, it's smart to
concentrate on this person and make
sure he or she understands what
you’re saying.
Week Six
Wednesday - Lesson 11
Do
you need to know about grammar to
write your life story? If you've
wondered that, you can breathe
easier because in this lesson,
you'll get a quick review of the
grammar you need to know and some
tips to make it all much easier.
Really. Then, because writer's block
is real, pesky, and tends to destroy
even the most hopeful writer, this
lesson will take it head on. You'll
discover the trick to dealing with
this creative brain slow down:
staying focused while giving your
mind some serious down time. That
doesn't mean you should give up your
project or put it on hold. Just take
some time out. In this lesson,
you'll find the answers to questions
that may have plagued you in the
past and stopped you from writing.
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About the
ExpertRating Online Life Story Writing Course
instructor :Eva Shaw, Ph.D. is a full-time working
writer of 1000 articles, essays and short stories. She’s the ghost
or author of 70 books including: Ghostwriting for Fun & Profit,
Writeriffic: Creativity Training for Writers, Write Your Book in 20
Minutes (a DVD), Shovel It: Nature’s Health Plan, What to Do When a
Loved One Dies, The Successful Writer’s Guide to Publishing Magazine
Articles, Writing the Nonfiction Book, Insider’s Guide to San Diego,
The Sun Never Sets, and more. Eva's work has been featured in USA
Today, San Diego Union Tribune, Shape, Woman’s World, Country
Living, Costco Connection, Publisher’s Weekly, Washington Post, the
Wall Street Journal and others. She has won several awards,
including the Book of the Year Award from the American Journal of
Nursing, the Benjamin Franklin Award, and the Woman of Merit Award.
An expert on time management for writers, Eva stays on top of market
trends to sell her own work and to help emerging writers focus on
quality writing and publication.
"After
a BA, three Masters and many CE classes, I can honestly say this was one of the
best classes I have ever taken. Thank you, Eva, for your insights, your
encouragement, and for just being who you are. This class has prompted me to
begin to put onto paper many of the things I have always wanted to write down,
and I am finding that "the truth is setting me free." I am finally beginning to
put together a legacy for my daughters, that will allow them to see who I really
am, and Eva, I have you to thank for that."
ExpertRating
is one of the world's only ISO 9001:2008 Certified companies (from
TUV America) offering an Online Life Story Writing Course (leading to ExpertRating Life Story Writing Skills Certification). 
It is very safe to buy from
ExpertRating. Apart from being an ISO 9001:2008 certified company, it is a member of the TRUSTe and HackerSafe approved.
