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Editing and Proofreading Course

Editing and Proofreading Course
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Improve your communication skills with our Communication courses in Sydney.Learn Communication with our Communication courses in Sydney - short courses open to everyone.This editing and proofreading course will help you sharpen your written communications and improve your ability to sell, lead or inform. Those who write, or oversee the writing of others, need to ensure that it is polished, targeted and error-free. This editing course will give you the strong knowledge of structural editing, copy editing and proofreading you need to turn early drafts into perfectly edited finished products.Learning AimsThis editing and proofreading course aims to give you a thorough grounding in the three-part editing process, from structural editing through copy editing to proofreading. This editing and proofreading course will equip you with the grammar and punctuation skills needed and provide you with a strong sense of good business style and the editing steps needed to achieve this. This interactive editing course will help you to develop a new enthusiasm for the editing process and its important role in good communication.Learning OutcomesOn completion of this editing and proofreading course you will be able to:Use structural editing to maximise the effect of any document.Understand the aims and principles of copy editing.Set the right tone for your audience.Use headings and sub-headings to guide the reader through the structure.Check the document against a style guide.Correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.Check that the appropriate wording has been used at all times.Cut out deadwood, removing unnecessary verbiage.Edit for style, cutting out pompous language and cliches.Ensure that all sentences are clear and compelling.Check that all statements are backed up properly.Understand proofreading techniques.Use proofreading marks.Course ContentThe following topics will be covered in this editing course:Structural or substantive editingFocussing on the big picture and your key messages.Avoiding waffle and getting to the point.Assessing the content to make sure it flows logically.Cutting out irrelevant material and filling content gaps.Ensuring the tone is right for your audience.Using transitional words and phrases to link paragraphs.Using headings and sub-heads for maximum effect.Copy editingMaking sure all sentences have maximum readability and impact.Correcting grammar, punctuation and spelling.Picking the right words to do the job.Cutting out cliches.Cutting out pompous, overly formal wording.Getting rid of redundant words and phrases.Avoiding business buzzwords.ProofreadingUnderstanding the importance of this final, quality-control stage of editing.Eradicating stubborn errors and inconsistencies.Using proofreading marks.Mastering the techniques good proofreaders use.Understanding how proofreading differs from normal reading.Checking all wording against a relevant style guide.Making style decisions and drawing up a style sheet.Intended AudienceThis editing and proofreading course is suitable for anyone who wants to edit or proofread their own work or that of others. It is suitable for all those editing content, online or in print. This course is suitable for those who are looking for an editing course or a proofreading course to enhance their skills across both these areas. As some content in this editing course is covered in our Grammar and Punctuation Course, it is not recommended that participants complete both courses.This editing and proofreading course is part of a series of courses, focusing on business communication. Other Communication courses include; Business Writing Course, Persuasive Writing Course, Communication Course: Difficult Workplace Conversations and Presentation Skills Course. Those writing business cases or proposals may also have an interest in our Business Case Course.Delivery StyleThis editing and proofreading course will be delivered as an interactive workshop consisting of an instructor-led lecture, group and individual activities. This training approach allows you to work through concepts introduced by the instructor in an application-focussed teaching environment. You will challenge your understanding of the concepts and consider their application once back in your individual workplace.Course PrerequisitesThis editing and proofreading course has no prerequisites and is open to all members of the public.Alternative DatesAdditional instances of this course may be available and published on our website. See Editing and Proofreading Course for more information, or to join the waiting list and be advised when we schedule more. Ticket Information Ticket Price Participant AUD 459

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