Learning outcomes
By the end of this course delegates will be able to take notes and/or minutes using speedwriting techniques, thus being able to take down effectively more of what is said during meetings, ensuring more accurate notes and/or minutes.

Who should attend?
This course is designed for up to four delegates that have little or no knowledge of speedwriting.

Training style
This session is instructor led with hands on active learning

Course contents

Introduction
What is speedwriting?
The benefits of speedwriting
Tips and Techniques
Using the course manual and cassette

Beginning Speedwriting Techniques
Rules of Speedwriting
Standard Abbreviations
Taking notes using familiar stories for practice
Increasing speed using established 'tips'

Further Practice (if appropriate)
Delegates split into 2 groups, 'Meetings' held between group 1 allowing group 2 to take notes and vice versa (aim for 2 possibly 3 meetings = 6 sessions)

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