Learn about phrases, dependent and independent clauses, and how to use commas appropriately with clauses and phrases.

A tutorial that provides strategies when proofreading for commas.

This page focuses on the misuse of commas by using them to connect two independent clauses, resulting in a comma splice. It offers examples and suggestions for correcting them. It also provides exceptions to the rule with examples.

This page focuses on the use of a comma before the word "and." It explains using a comma between items in a series with the use of "and" and before "and" when it is in front of an independent clause. Examples are provided.

This lesson introduces how to use commas with coordinating clauses and conjunctive adverbs.

Rules for using semicolons and colons. Examples include semicolons with clauses, semicolons with lists, colons with quotes, colons with lists, and colons with appositives. L.9-10.2a Punc/Indep Clause

The University of Ottawa's Writing Center developed this site. The major sections of the site are "Comma Usage" and "Superfluous Commas." Right and wrong examples are included, along with links for definitions.

What are sentence fragments and run-on sentences? Explore this informative resource to review the meaning and some examples of these. Provides techniques for avoiding fragments and run-ons in writing assignments.

Literacy Education Online (or LEO) is a great place to start if you need help with your writing. The homepage is organized around kinds of problems or questions you might have concerning your writing. Find your problem, click on the...

This lesson goes over how to correct a run-on sentence or a comma splice.

Come and learn about all types of conjunctions when you visit this educational resource. This site gives a clear definition of the function of a conjunction. Use the "Turn the Page," function to learn more.