TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How to use a semicolon - Emma Bryce
It may seem like the semicolon is struggling with an identity crisis. It looks like a comma crossed with a period. Maybe that's why we toss these punctuation marks around like grammatical confetti; we're confused about how to use them...
Curated Video
Using punctuation to create specific effects in descriptive writing
Pupil outcome: I can use a range of punctuation accurately to create precise, identifiable effects in descriptive writing. Key learning points: - Accurate basic punctuation improves clarity; more advanced punctuation can heighten the...
Curated Video
Refining descriptions with semantic fields, present participles, and semicolons
Pupil outcome: I can edit and revise the content of a descriptive piece to improve it. Key learning points: - Proofreading is an active process that enables us to spot and correct errors in written work. - Changing your verbs and nouns...
Curated Video
Using colons, dashes, and semicolons effectively in opinion writing
Pupil outcome: I can use colons, semicolon and dashes to elevate my opinion writing. Key learning points: - In a sentence with a colon, one side of the colon makes sense; the other side provides detail or clarification. - Semicolons link...
Curated Video
Reading Fluently with In-Sentence Punctuation Marks
In this video, the teacher explains to students the importance of taking quick breaks when reading sentences with commas and semi colons. By doing so, readers can enhance their fluency and make the text feel more engaging and realistic....
APMonitor
Solve Linear Equations with MATLAB
MATLAB is used to solve a set of linear equations (Ax=b) by inverting the matrix A and multiplying by the b vector. Three ways to solve A*x=b are: x = inv(A)*b % good x = A\b % better x = linsolve(A,b) % best See...
Rachel's English
How to Link: words that begin with H - American English Pronunciation
How to Link words that begin with H: drop the H and link to the word before in unaccented words.
Grammaropolis
Here’s a Semicolon Song; it’s Super Fast!
A music video starring Sheriff Semicolon, who just loves to wrangler together those related independent clauses.
Cerebellum
English Punctuation: Commas & Colons
Learn how to use commas for fun and profit, and how to make colons work for you. This clip introduces you to the idea of using a semi-colon. This is part 2 in the series: 'English Punctuation 2: A Beginner's Guide'.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons
A screencast lesson introducing the semicolon and explaining its usage. Several examples are provided. [2:04]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons and Series
This video lesson explains the rules for using a semicolon in series and in sentences with coordinating conjunctions with examples. Real Player is required.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Punctuating a List
Learn how to use commas to punctuate a written list of people, things, actions, or events.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Introduction to the Semicolon
Paige introduces a piece of punctuation called the semicolon; this punctuation can link closely related independent clauses together in a sentence.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons: Lesson 7
This video lesson introduces semicolons, discusses how they are used, and when to use them. A semicolon quiz is also available. It is 7 of 10 in the series titled "Semicolons." [3:53]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons and Series: Lesson 1
This video lesson focuses on using semicolons in a series. It is 1 of 3 in the series titled "Semicolons and Series." [2:07]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons and Series: Lesson 2
This video lesson focuse on how semicolons are used in a series. It is 2 of 3 in the series titled "Semicolons and Series." [2:46]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons and Conjunctive Adverbs: Lesson 3
This video lesson demonstrates how to use a semicolon with a conjunctive adverb, such as "however." A practice quiz is also provided. It is 3 of 5 in the series titled "Semicolons and Conjunctive Adverbs." [2:12] L.9-10.2a Punc/Indep Clause
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons and Conjunctive Adverbs: Lesson 4
This video lesson demonstrates how to use a semicolon with a conjunctive adverb, such as "however." A practice quiz is also provided. It is 4 of 5 in the series titled "Semicolons and Conjunctive Adverbs." [4:04] L.9-10.2a Punc/Indep Clause