The Gregg Group was founded 22 May 2004, prompted by the lack of online shorthand resources. As the primary use for shorthand — business and legal recording — has waned in recent decades, we generally acclaim the skill as a hobby or personal tool. The purpose of the group is to promote the use of Gregg systems of shorthand by providing advice to beginners, support for students, and an association of users of this efficient, attractive, and enjoyable method of writing.
I have received a request via e-mail from a current Gregg student who wants help. She is taking a class online, but she’s having a hard time. Below is her email: “I am taking a Gregg Shorthand class online, but I am getting lost trying to understand how to translate the symbols. I was wondering…
While looking around, I found an online course offered in Gregg Shorthand: http://www.universalclass.com/i/crn/33894.htm . From the description, they’re teaching Simplified (though the “Recommended Books” section lists a Centennial book… but the Syllabus has the Gregg Shorthand Manual Simplified in its “Course Materials” section). Costs are $45 for the course if you don’t need a certificate,…