MCOM 3075 Copyediting and Design

This course examines concepts of publication editing, providing practical experience in copyediting. Students are also introduced to publication design fundamentals and assume an editorial capacity in the publication of a final product.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

GRDS 2200 and MCOM 2000.

Typically Offered

Demorest Campus: odd spring day

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Become more efficient in recognizing grammar, AP Style and sentence structure errors.
2. Learn to discriminate among sources, research and fact check thoroughly.
3. Improve your one-on-one communication and leadership skills through editing other people’s work.
4. Learn fundamental concepts of print design and strengthen your InDesign knowledge.
5. Understand all elements of the print production process, from pre-planning to publication.
6. Recognize legal issues relevant to editors.
7. Take an editorial leadership role in the production of a publication.