Subject description
This subject explores the editing process, paying particular attention to the conventions of grammar and punctuation. Many forms of editing will be covered, including independent publications (’zines and e-’zines), journals, books and short forms (i.e. poetry and short stories). In this class, you will develop skills that will enable you … For more content click the Read More button below.
Equivalence
WRIT216 - Introduction to Editing for Practising Writers
Tutorial enrolment
Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS
Delivery
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Teaching staff
Subject coordinators
Lecturers
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Engagement hours
Contact hours:1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Outline the advantages and necessities of self-editing
2.
Apply the process (stages) of editing to their own and/or others writing
3.
Make use of the symbols of editing. basic house styles and/or track changes.
4.
Outline what editorial policy is and the factors which contribute to influencing or formulating it
5.
Explain and edit with an awareness of editorial ethics and responsibilities.
Assessment details
Exercise 1
Exercise 2
Zine and participation write-up
Participation
Editing piece - must complete
Textbook information
2002, Style Manual, John Wiley and Sons Australia, Ltd, Canberra.
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