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The Editorial Toolbox

WRITING X 451.3

Get an insider's view of how editors thrive within the publishing industry in this introductory course perfect for writers and professionals who want to break into the field.

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What you can learn.

Identify key skills necessary for editors to succeed in publishing
Learn how the publishing market works from the inside
Become familiar with basic editorial skills and tools
Understand how editors collaborate with professionals throughout publishing to make a book come to life

About this course:

To be successful, editors draw from a broad base of skills while taking the entire publishing process into account. They are avid, active readers in their own right who understand the way the publishing market works. Beyond that, they also understand the specialized technological tools in use today, are strong proofreaders, understand how to identify and check facts and communicate clearly and concisely with other departments in order to set a manuscript up for success through production, marketing and media outreach. By the end of the course, students understand how these tools help editors meet the demands of their profession and thrive in the workplace.

Winter 2025 Schedule

January 8 - March 18

This section has no set meeting times.

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Instructor: Tobi Harper Petrie

401022

Fee:

$720.00

Online

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Notes

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 live 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.

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

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 22, 2025

Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

(Optional) THE CHICAGO MANUAL OF STYLE by The University of Chicago Press Editorial Staff

ISBN 9780226287058

The Publishing Business : A Guide to Starting Out and Getting On by Smith, Kelvin and Bold, Melanie Ramdarshan

ISBN 9781350259386