Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
USDA-0601
Organization's ID:
EDIT1150E
Organization:
Graduate School
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
30 hours (10 weeks)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Introduction to Writing, Introduction to Editing, Proofreading, or Introduction to Journalism
Students may not receive credit for this course, Principles of Editing for Publications (EDIT1150E), and Proofreading (EDIT1160C) or Proofreading (EDIT1170E).
Description

Objective:

To provide the student with an understanding in basic editorial skills essential to the publication process, particularly use of editing and proofreading marks, word usage, style, consistency and key points of grammar and be introduced to the publication process, table basics, and author queries.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Define and differentiate among proofreading, copyediting, substantive editing, and other editorial jobs and roles
  • Type quickly with accuracy, and eliminate draft errors in writing
  • Apply and use editing and proofreading symbols
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Project-based Instruction
Supplemental Materials