Editing and Proofreading Skills:
Proven Tips from Top Professionals

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Sending out well-composed documents free of error is critical to the credibility of individuals and organizations.  In this half-day session, you’ll learn tips and techniques for ensuring a professional image in all written communication.

Code: COM461,  CEUs: 0.35

Length:  One 4-hour session

Instructor:  Cramer

Who should attend: Anyone who is responsible for error-free documentation or supports management and others by editing memos, letters, or reports.

Benefits:

• Project a positive, professional image in all written communication.

• Save time and ensure document quality.

• Increased confidence in your ability as a writer.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this program, you will be able to:

• Explain the practical differences between rewriting, editing, and proofreading.

• Understand your personal proofreading strengths and weaknesses.

• Choose a proofreading method that works best for you.

• Explain where most errors occur.

• Manage your time and work space to proofread more effectively.

• Increase speed and accuracy in finding errors.

Program Outline:

1. The difference between proofreading and editing

   1. How to use a spell check and grammar checker

   2. Proofreading methods

   3. Commonly missed errors

2. Finding internal errors in sentences and punctuation problems

3. Proofreading practice for errors in:

   1. Characters

   2. Punctuation

   3. Agreement

   4. Spelling

   5. Usage

   6. Capitalization

4. Spacing and other formatting issues

BRING THIS TRAINING TO YOUR SITE!

Any AGTS class can be customized and brought on-site to your organization.

For more information on this option call 480-967-7544, x3 (800-970-1270, x3 outside the Phoenix Metro area) or email Custom Training Specialist.

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