ENGL 3266 - Editing: Theory and Practice

(3 credits) 3 hours lecture Lecture

Building on previous literature and writing courses, this course introduces students to the multifaceted, ethical work of the professional editor. It balances theoretical inquiry with practical training in preparing creative and scholarly works for publication. Students will acquire skills in copyediting of manuscripts, style-editing, and editorial feedback, and practice intensive self-editing and peer review.

Prerequisite(s): One of ENGL 2202, ENGL 2202, ENGL 2205, ENGL 2207, ENGL 2210, ENGL 2211, ENGL 2216, ENGL 2228, ENGL 2248, ENGL 2249, ENGL 2263, ENGL 2264, ENGL 2265, ENGL 2266, ENGL 2267, ENGL 2270, ENGL 2271, ENGL 2273, ENGL 2291, ENGL 2292, ENGL 2294, ENGL 2298, ENGL 2299 or COMM 3717.
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