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Media Writer's Handbook: A Guide to Common Writing and Editing Problems (News Reporting and Writing) - Softcover

Arnold, George T.

 
9780697147318: Media Writer's Handbook: A Guide to Common Writing and Editing Problems (News Reporting and Writing)

Synopsis

This guide to grammar, style and usage is intended as a quick reference for news and media writing. Examples from news and other media sources relevant to students and professionals in a variety of journalism and communication professions are included. In addition there are tips on how to avoid insensitive, discriminatory language, which addresss men's and women's changing roles and the increasing diversity of society. In relation to this, suggestions are provided for writing in a more inclusive and non-discriminatory way.

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New Chapter! Chapter 24, "Sensitive in Language" has been added to provide more examples and advice about how to recognize and prevent language that discriminates.

Updated "Words Frequently Confused" section. This section is organized in word pairs to give students clear examples and explanations on how to avoid common mistakes.

About the Author

Dr. Arnold received his doctorate in Mass Communication and Journalism from Ohio University. He has been teaching at Marshall University for 30 years.

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