Module 4

Review and Editing

Although the terms “copyediting” and “proofreading” are often used interchangeably, they describe different processes that benefit your book in unique ways.

A proof reader takes the printed version of your book after it’s been designed and formatted (called a “proof) and gives it a final review before the book goes to print. Since it comes right before publication, proofreading is the last line of defence against errors.

2.     Define content editing and line editing?

1.                  Content Editing

Whereas developmental and evaluation edits look mainly at big picture issues, a content edit is the level at which an editor also starts to dig into the words on the page.

2.                  Line Editing

As the name implies, a line editor performs a line-by-line review of your manuscript. Up to this point, the editors have worked on your manuscript a high level—either the macro level where they consider the entire book, or the chapter and paragraph level.

3.                 What is meant by development editing and evaluation editing.

Developmental Editing

A developmental edit happens early in the writing process, often when an author has an idea for a book or a rough outline, but they need help bringing the pieces together.

Evaluation Editing

With an evaluation edit, an editor looks at your manuscript to assess structure, flow, completeness, and overall quality. The editor will usually provide you with a short memo that summarizes their key points, areas of concern, and suggestions for your book.

4.                 Define copyediting.

When you have a finished manuscript—and I mean completely finished, not one that’s close to done or has a few gaps to fill in—it’s time to hire a copyeditor.

A copyeditor will meticulously go through your book and find the spelling, punctuation, and grammar mistakes

5.                 How can one maintain their writing skills?

Maintaining Writing Skills- It is important to maintain your writing skills so as be relevant. Practice the following steps for maintaining writing skills:

6.                 What are some impediments to technical writing?

Technical writing is a great field, but there are some Impediments that technical writers must sometimes overcome:

7.                 Describe the importance of visual aids in presentations.

Using visual aids can add support and impact to your presentation. Visual aids can:

Visuals can include PowerPoint slides, OHTs, white boards or videos.

8.                 What are the various types of oral presentations and how can they be prepared?

Types of Oral Presentations- Oral communication describes any type of inter-action that makes use of spoken words, and it is a vital, integral part of the modern business world. The types of oral communication commonly used within an organization include staff meetings, personal discussions, presentations, telephone discourse, and informal conversation.

Preparation- Preparing an oral presentation is much like preparing any other assignment; it needs to be planned researched and written before it is delivered.