Mastering the Art of Writing Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
By the end of this course, you will have the confidence and skills to write compelling Letters of Recommendation (LOR) that effectively showcase the applicant’s...
By the end of this course, you will have the confidence and skills to write compelling Letters of Recommendation (LOR) that effectively showcase the applicant’s...
A well-crafted Letter of Recommendation (LOR) can make a significant difference in academic and professional applications. Whether you’re a student requesting a recommendation or an educator, employer, or mentor tasked with writing one, this course equips you with the skills to create impactful, persuasive, and personalized LORs that stand out.
This course covers everything from understanding the purpose of LORs to writing polished and compelling letters tailored to specific contexts.
By the end of the course, you’ll know how to highlight strengths, align recommendations with application goals, and establish credibility, ensuring that every letter makes a lasting impression.
· Editing and Polishing the Letter: Formatting tips to enhance readability.
· Real-World Examples and Case Studies: Analyzing samples of strong and weak LORs to understand key differences.
· Key differences between academic, professional, and personal recommendation letters.
· How to highlight specific skills, achievements, and characteristics.
Educators, employers, mentors, and supervisors responsible for writing LORs.
Students and professionals seeking to understand how to request and secure strong recommendations.
Anyone interested in learning the art of crafting effective professional LOR.
Understanding Letters of Recommendation: The role of LORs in academic, professional, and scholarship applications.
For Recommenders: Writing a Stellar LOR: Structuring the letter: From introduction to closing remarks.
Tailoring LORs for Specific Purposes: Crafting professional LORs for job applications or internships. Adapting LORs for scholarship or fellowship applications.
Best Practices for Effective LORs: Avoiding common mistakes such as over-praising or being too formal/informal.
Students
25language
EnglishDuration
00h 00mLevel
beginnerExpiry period
LifetimeCertificate
Yes