Developing Proofreading and Editing Skills

Sue C Camp

ISBN 10: 0028050029 / ISBN 13: 9780028050027

Published by Career Education, 2000

Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.6. Seller Inventory # G0028050029I5N00

Synopsis:

Developing Proofreading and Editing Skills 4e by Camp provides instruction and applications designed to sharpen skills in detecting and correcting errors in written communications including memos, letters, reports, email messages, databases, presentation slides, advertisements, and spreadsheets. The material progresses from easy-to-recognize errors to those more difficult to spot, allowing students to build confidence and skill. Highlights of the 4th edition include a discussion of voice-recognition technology and proofreading and editing, two applications in each chapter available on CD-ROM, and a series of seven review modules offering challenging proofreading practice.

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.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Developing Proofreading and Editing Skills
Publisher: Career Education
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Fair
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Edition: 4th Edition