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School: Arts and Humanities

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Professional Editing

  • Unit Code

    WRT5115

  • Year

    2016

  • Enrolment Period

    1

  • Version

    1

  • Credit Points

    20

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    Online

Description

In this unit students study elements of grammar, punctuation, language and style. They consider the alignment of text with intended readership and effective copyediting and proofreading strategies. Students also consider some legal, ethical, practical and professional issues involved in editing and publishing.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Comprehend the main professional issues (cultural, legal, ethical, practical) that editors may encounter in their work.
  2. Copyedit straightforward texts with attention to punctuation, grammar, syntax, style and clarity.
  3. Proofread and mark up texts using standard proofreading marks or Track Changes.
  4. Use major editorial references (dictionaries, style guides etc.).
  5. Write a short text for a specific publication following the house style.

Unit Content

  1. Preparation of texts for submission to publishers.
  2. Principles of plain English and inclusive language.
  3. Study of grammar, punctuation and style conventions.
  4. Study of legal and ethical issues involved in editing and publishing.
  5. Use of style guides, dictionaries, and other resources.
  6. Writing, editing and proofreading tasks.

Additional Learning Experience Information

On-campus - lectures, seminars and workshops. Online - Blackboard (LMS) and other Internet-based technologies where appropriate. Students will require access to a computer, scanner, video/audio recording device and speakers of a standard typically used in online learning environments.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
PortfolioGrammar, punctuation, writing and editing exercises70%
ExaminationExamination30%
ONLINE
TypeDescriptionValue
PortfolioGrammar, punctuation, writing and editing exercises70%
ExaminationExamination30%

Text References

  • ^ (2003). Style manual for authors, editors and printers. (6th ed.). Australia: John Wiley & Sons.
  • Burchfield, R.W. (Ed.). (1996). The new Fowler's modern English usage. (3rd ed.). Clarendon Express.
  • Spender, L. (2004). Between the lines: A legal guide for writers and illustrators. Strawberry Hills, Australia: Keesing Press.
  • Rew, L.J. (1999). Editing for writers. NJ: Prentice Hall.
  • Petelin, P., & durham, M. (1994). The professional writing guide: Writing well and knowing why. Melbourne, Australia; Longmans.
  • McKenzie, J. (2011). The editor's companion. (2nd ed:). Melbourne, Australia: Cambridge University Press.
  • Lockwood, K. (Ed.). (2005). Style: The essential guide for journalists and professional writers. (3rd ed.). Southbank, Australia: News Custom Publishing.
  • Flann, E., & Hill, B. (2004). The Australian editing handbook. (2nd ed.). Milton, Australia: Wiley.
  • Einsohn, A. (2006). The copyeditor's handbook: A guide for book publishing and corporate communications. Berkeley, United Kingdom: University of California Press.
  • Tredinnick, M. (2008). The little green grammar book. Sydney, Australia: UNSW Press.
  • Choy, P., & Clark, D. (2010). Basic grammar & usage. (8th ed.). Boston, MAS: Wadsworth Cengage.

Website References

^ Mandatory reference

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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School: Arts and Humanities

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Professional Editing

  • Unit Code

    WRT5115

  • Year

    2016

  • Enrolment Period

    2

  • Version

    1

  • Credit Points

    20

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    Online

Description

In this unit students study elements of grammar, punctuation, language and style. They consider the alignment of text with intended readership and effective copyediting and proofreading strategies. Students also consider some legal, ethical, practical and professional issues involved in editing and publishing.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Comprehend the main professional issues (cultural, legal, ethical, practical) that editors may encounter in their work.
  2. Copyedit straightforward texts with attention to punctuation, grammar, syntax, style and clarity.
  3. Proofread and mark up texts using standard proofreading marks or Track Changes.
  4. Use major editorial references (dictionaries, style guides etc.).
  5. Write a short text for a specific publication following the house style.

Unit Content

  1. Preparation of texts for submission to publishers.
  2. Principles of plain English and inclusive language.
  3. Study of grammar, punctuation and style conventions.
  4. Study of legal and ethical issues involved in editing and publishing.
  5. Use of style guides, dictionaries, and other resources.
  6. Writing, editing and proofreading tasks.

Additional Learning Experience Information

On-campus - lectures, seminars and workshops. Online - Blackboard (LMS) and other Internet-based technologies where appropriate. Students will require access to a computer, scanner, video/audio recording device and speakers of a standard typically used in online learning environments.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
PortfolioGrammar, punctuation, writing and editing exercises70%
ExaminationExamination30%
ONLINE
TypeDescriptionValue
PortfolioGrammar, punctuation, writing and editing exercises70%
ExaminationExamination30%

Text References

  • ^ (2003). Style manual for authors, editors and printers. (6th ed.). Australia: John Wiley & Sons.
  • Rew, L.J. (1999). Editing for writers. NJ: Prentice Hall.
  • Petelin, P., & durham, M. (1994). The professional writing guide: Writing well and knowing why. Melbourne, Australia; Longmans.
  • McKenzie, J. (2011). The editor's companion. (2nd ed:). Melbourne, Australia: Cambridge University Press.
  • Lockwood, K. (Ed.). (2005). Style: The essential guide for journalists and professional writers. (3rd ed.). Southbank, Australia: News Custom Publishing.
  • Flann, E., & Hill, B. (2004). The Australian editing handbook. (2nd ed.). Milton, Australia: Wiley.
  • Einsohn, A. (2006). The copyeditor's handbook: A guide for book publishing and corporate communications. Berkeley, United Kingdom: University of California Press.
  • Choy, P., & Clark, D. (2010). Basic grammar & usage. (8th ed.). Boston, MAS: Wadsworth Cengage.
  • Burchfield, R.W. (Ed.). (1996). The new Fowler's modern English usage. (3rd ed.). Clarendon Express.
  • Tredinnick, M. (2008). The little green grammar book. Sydney, Australia: UNSW Press.
  • Spender, L. (2004). Between the lines: A legal guide for writers and illustrators. Strawberry Hills, Australia: Keesing Press.

Website References

^ Mandatory reference

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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