Developing Proofreading and Editing Skills - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 007293798X ISBN 13: 9780072937985

Synopsis

"Developing Proofreading and Editing Skills" provides readers with tips and techniques for proofreading and editing in the real world. Chapters address spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and even common keyboarding errors. A special CD-ROM features challenging review modules that cover proofreading in a variety of occupations, while a section on voice recognition technology discusses latest technologies.

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From the Publisher

Software TIPS give students advice on using software tools for proofreading and editing.
Netlink feature directs students to related on-line sites and sources.
Application exercises are at the end of each chapter, two of which are manual, and two are on the CD ROM for use with MS Word or Corel WordPerfect. These give students experience applying skills both manually and with software.
Coverage of proofreading and Voice Recognition Technology shows the necessity and value of proofreading skills even with the newest, most advanced technology.

Edition details

• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 007293798X
• ISBN 13: 9780072937985
• Binding: Paperback