Copyediting I

WRITING X 451.1

Learn copyediting best practices as you develop skills in this area critical to writing, editing, and publishing.

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Winter
Online
Remote
Starting at $720.00
As few as 10 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Learn common rules of grammar and style
  • Practice reading like a copyeditor to identify errors and opportunities
  • Incorporate standard copyediting notation into your work
  • Develop core skills necessary to work successfully in copyediting and publishing

About this course:

This course gives students an overview of copyediting processes involved in preparing a manuscript for editorial review or publication. Appropriate for writers of all genres and those seeking to develop professional skills in copyediting, students learn best practices for completing a document review, including common grammar rules, copyediting notation, and reading like a copyeditor.

Fall 2023 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Thursday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: David Seidman
394081
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Oct 5, 2023
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Notes

No meeting November 23, 2023. 

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. 

This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation.

Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 19, 2023
Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Thu Oct 5, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Oct 12, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Oct 19, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Oct 26, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Nov 2, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Nov 9, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Nov 16, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Nov 30, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Dec 7, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Dec 14, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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This section has no set meeting times.
Wait List
See Details
Instructor: Jeanne De Vita
394079
Fee:
$720.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week. Workshops are conducted in writing via discussion boards with your instructor and classmates.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 18, 2023
Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

The Copyeditor's Handbook: A Guide for Book Publishing and Corporate Communications by Amy Einsohn

Winter 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
-
Thursday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: David Seidman
395425
Fee:
$720.00
Remoteformat icon
Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after February 01, 2024
Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Thu Jan 18, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jan 25, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Feb 1, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Feb 8, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Feb 15, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Feb 22, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Feb 29, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Mar 7, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Mar 14, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Mar 21, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Jeanne De Vita
395631
Fee:
$720.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 31, 2024
Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

The Copyeditor's Handbook: A Guide for Book Publishing and Corporate Communications by Amy Einsohn

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