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Online | £399 + VAT | |||
Online | £399 + VAT |
Introduction
• Functions of a proofreader
• Approaches to proofreading
• How to read thoroughly and accurately
• Proofreading on paper and on screen
Proofreading and editing marks
• Understanding proofreader's marks and terminology
• Commonly used terms: ens, ems, points, picas
• Different types of proof
• The dangers of relying on grammar or spelling checkers
• Keeping a proofreading checklist
Spotting mistakes
• Dealing with tables and complicated pages
• How to read and correct page proofs
• Cutting and making lines
Punctuation
• Punctuation marks defined
• Common punctuation errors
• Deviating from the usual proofreading rules
• Spelling and punctuation tips
• Regularly misspelt words
Grammar
• Avoiding common errors
• Changes in current usage
Working with the author
• The role of tact
Avoiding the common pitfalls
• Misspelling headlines
• Wrong telephone numbers or email addresses
• Incorrect prices
• Misplaced headlines or captions
Practical proofreading exercises
Questions and answers
"Rosie was brilliant, I hugely enjoyed the course and would happily have done a week-long course with her on proofreading. It was so interesting and informative, easily the best course I've ever been on. Please pass on my thanks to Rosie. (I've edited this comment about four times having all the knowledge she has imparted swimming around in my head!)"