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Course Description

Following the Basic Manuscript Editing course (or equivalent relevant professional experience), students practice editing longer texts to become familiar with the process of copyediting, learning how to approach a project and how to read like an editor. While the focus remains on mechanics, as defined by The Chicago Manual of Style, some discussion of substantive editing is included. The course explores the different ways that “style” guides editorial tasks and offers exposure to text elements such as subheads, references, and notes. The idea of “consistency” is a main theme. Students will begin writing author queries designed to guide a successful author/editor relation. Topics include practicing basic copyediting, determining different levels of copyediting, working with the author’s voice and writing queries, the fundamentals of handling documentation, creating a project style sheet, maintaining consistency, and choosing resources. Intermediate Manuscript Editing is a required course for students enrolled in the Editing certificate.

Required Text: Amy Einsohn, The Copyeditor's Handbook, 4th edition.

Required Technology: Students must have access to a computer with Microsoft Word 2021 or later.

"Online self-paced" refers to course start and end dates. "Online fixed date" refers to the synchronous session schedule fully available under "Section Notes."

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Section Title
Intermediate Manuscript Editing
Type
Online, self-paced
Dates
May 11, 2026 to Jun 11, 2026
Type
Online, fixed date
Days
Th
Time
7:00PM to 8:30PM
Dates
May 14, 2026 to Jun 11, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
7.5
Location
  • Online
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fees non-credit $1,340.00
Instructors

Section Notes

Synchronous sessions are conducted on Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Central Time.

Dates: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, and 11.

Required Text: Amy Einsohn, The Copyeditor's Handbook, 4th edition.

Required Technology: Students must have access to a computer with Microsoft Word 2021 or later.

 

Section Title
Intermediate Manuscript Editing
Type
Online, self-paced
Dates
Jul 06, 2026 to Aug 08, 2026
Type
Online, fixed date
Days
Sa
Time
9:30AM to 11:00AM
Dates
Jul 11, 2026 to Aug 08, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
7.5
Location
  • Online
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fees non-credit $1,340.00
Instructors

Section Notes

Synchronous sessions are conducted on Saturdays, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Central Time.

Dates: July 11, 18, 25, August 1, and 8.

Required Text: Amy Einsohn, The Copyeditor's Handbook, 4th edition.

Required Technology: Students must have access to a computer with Microsoft Word 2021 or later.

 

Section Title
Intermediate Manuscript Editing
Type
Online, self-paced
Dates
Aug 24, 2026 to Sep 24, 2026
Type
Online, fixed date
Days
Th
Time
7:00PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Aug 27, 2026 to Sep 24, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
7.5
Location
  • Online
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fees non-credit $1,340.00
Instructors

Section Notes

Synchronous sessions are conducted on Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Central Time.

Dates: August 27, September 3, 10, 17, and 24.

Required Text: Amy Einsohn, The Copyeditor's Handbook, 4th edition.

Required Technology: Students must have access to a computer with Microsoft Word 2021 or later.

 

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