More Nit-picking

[robinturner]

I commented before about grammar errors in adverts for English teachers. Here's another case: "Middlesex Universities’ regional office is offering an excellent remuneration package and the possibility of further studies to successful applicants for positions on programs run at our partnership institution in Zhuhai, southern China." Contrary to what the advert implies, there is only one Middlesex University.

Comments

[fionnghuala.livejournal.com]

This winds me up no end on application forms! Usually I have a very laid-back attitude to spelling and grammar, but if I'm slaving over a hot computer to produce a neat, formal document which I know will be picked over, it feels like a kick in the teeth that those same picker-overs haven't extended a similar courtesy to me!

[solri.livejournal.com]

Indeed. As I mentioned in my previous post about ungrammatical adverts, I'm tempted to offer them my services as a proof-reader rather than a teacher.