
Basic Proofreading & Copyediting Techniques
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Basic Proofreading & Copyediting Techniques
Learn proofreading and copyediting with this free online course and build the skills for a successful editing career.
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- Avg. Duration4-5 Hours
- Available Languages (2)
English
This course is
CPD-Accredited
Learning Outcomes
In this free course, you will learn how to:
- Define the different kinds of editing
- Distinguish between copyediting and proofreading
- Explain the importance of copyediting in the publishing process
- Outline the steps involved in writing an organisational plan successfully
- Discuss the benefits of using both British and American spelling conventions
- Describe the process of adding proofreading symbols to editing work
- Identify effective methods for establishing communication links with the writer and publisher
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Course Description
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