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Copyediting Fundamentals
(One-day workshop)
Date(s):
Aug 13 | Sep 20 | Oct 23 | Nov 6 | Nov 26 | Dec 17
Instructor(s): Elinor Celuzza | Kerin Forsyth
Description
This workshop focuses on the role and responsibilities of the copy editor within the editorial process. Beginning with expectations and definitions, we review proofreaders' marks and then move to the work of editing. For example, we start with the rules—spelling, grammar, and punctuation—that must be followed. Then we move into areas of style, consistency, and other editorial enhancements of a text such as maintaining parallel structure and avoiding wordiness. In a small-group environment, participants also learn by sharing experiences with others working in copyediting positions.
Intended Audience
This workshop is intended for individuals with little or no copyediting experience to learn the basics of the role and develop copyediting skills. It is also a helpful review for individuals who have been working in the role but have had no formal training.
Topics Include:
- Lesson 1: Editorial Overview
- Role of the Editor
- Definition of Terms
- Steps in the Publishing Process
- Establishing the Level of Edit
- Determining the Level of Edit
- Estimating Edit Time
- Marking Copy Using Proofreaders' Marks
- Typesetters' Terms
- Lesson 2: Editorial Corrections (Enforcing the Rules)
- Spelling
- Punctuation
- Grammar Review
- Dangling and Misplaced Modifiers
- Pronoun/Antecedent Agreement
- Subject/Verb Agreement
- Parts of Speech
- Restrictive and Nonrestrictive Clauses
- Who/Whom
- "Isms"
- Hyphenation
- Grammar Checklist
- Lesson 3: Editorial Corrections (Establishing Style and Maintaining Consistency)
- Style Considerations
- Sample Style Sheet
- Lesson 4: Editorial Corrections (Rewriting and Fine-tuning)
- Redundancy
- Smothered Verbs
- Simplicity
- Active and Passive Voice
- Noun Strings
- Parallelism
- Organizing & Rewriting
- Transitions
- Lesson 5: Additional Resources
- Procedures & Tips
- Editing Principles
- Effective Writing Checklist
- Proofreading Checklist
- Editing Checklist
- Intermediate/Developmental Edit
- Copyediting Checklist
- Style Sheet Checklist
- Usage Glossary
- Annotated References
To learn more about nSight training programs and for assistance, please contact our Training department at 781-273-6300 or Training@nSightWorks.com.
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