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Introduction:
Module 1:
Understanding Proposals
What is a Proposal?
The Proposal Writing Process
Types of Proposals
About Requests for Proposals
Knowledge Check
Module 2:
Beginning the Proposal Writing Process
Identifying Your Purpose and Your Audience
Performing a Needs Analysis
Writing the Goal Statement
Knowledge Check
Module 3:
Preparing An Outline
A General Format
Special Sections
Creating a Framework
Getting Down to Details
Knowledge Check
Module 4:
Finding Facts
Identifying Resources
Using the Internet as a Resource
Organizing Your Information
Knowledge Check
Module 5:
Writing Skills (I)
Spelling and Grammar
Working With Words
Constructing Sentences
Persuasive Writing
Mastering Voice
Knowledge Check
Module 6:
Writing Skills (II)
Creating Paragraphs
Creating Strong Transitions
Building to Conclusions
Knowledge Check
Module 7:
Writing the Proposal
Educating the Evaluator
Ghosting the Competition
Using Illustrations
Knowledge Check
Module 8:
Checking for Readability
Checking for Clarity
Reading for Your Audience
Using the Readability Index
Knowledge Check
Module 9:
Proofreading and Editing
Proofreading Like a Pro
Editing Techniques
Checking the Facts
The Power of Peer Review
Knowledge Check
Module 10:
Adding the Final Touches
Our Top Typesetting Tips
Achieving a Professional Look and Feel
Creating the Final Package
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