Grammar, Mechanics, and Usage for Editors
X445 (2 semester units in English)
A requirement in the Professional Sequence in EditingEditors must have a strong command of English grammar, syntax, and mechanics in order to edit the work of others clearly, confidently, and correctly. Gain a practical understanding of grammar and the logic governing syntax and punctuation use. Topics include the basic terminology necessary for analyzing grammar and syntax, sentence structure, verb tenses, punctuation, capitalization, transitions, and word usage. There are homework exercises, frequent quizzes, and a multidraft editing assignment. This course is the first of four required courses in the Professional Sequence in Editing.
Enrollment is limited.
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Sun. March 1, Berkeley
LEDA CIRAOLO, Ph.D., has a doctorate in ancient history and Mediterranean archaeology from UC Berkeley. She has taught mythology, history, and classical languages, and is a published author and editor. Since 1994 she has been the owner of The Written Word®, an independent editing and writing consultation business in Oakland.Revised class schedule in red.
- 10 meetings
- March 1 to May 31: Sun., 1-4 pm (no meetings March 29, April 12, May 10, and May 24)
- Berkeley: Room 213, UC Berkeley Extension, 1995 University Ave.
- $525 (EDP 026724)
Tues. May 19, Online
LINDA R. THOMPSON, M.A., has a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Washington, a teaching credential from UCLA, and a master's degree in English/creative writing from San Francisco State University. Her writing and editing projects include technical editing, company newsletters, newspaper and magazine articles, brochures, children's books, and a novel.
- Online course: Internet access required
- May 19 to Aug. 11
- $595 (EDP 845149)
Please note: This online section is FULL and no longer available for enrollment. Another online section is open; please click on the online section below to enroll or enter EDP number 845156.
Tues. May 19, Online
LEDA CIRAOLO, Ph.D., has a doctorate in ancient history and Mediterranean archaeology from UC Berkeley. She has taught mythology, history, and classical languages, and is a published author and editor. Since 1994 she has been the owner of The Written Word®, an independent editing and writing consultation business in Oakland.
- Online course: Internet access required
- May 19 to Aug. 11
- $595 (EDP 845156)
Sat. May 30, San Francisco
VICI CASANA, M.A., has worked as a freelance copyeditor and developmental editor for 14 years, primarily for Houghton Mifflin Co. She taught writing and literature courses and Grammar for Journalists at Northeastern University and worked as a proofreader, indexer, and newspaper reporter. She recently wrote the exercise manual for The College Writer's Handbook.
- 10 meetings
- May 30 to Aug. 1: Sat., 10 am-1 pm (no meeting July 4); also
July 7: Tues., 6:30-9:30 pm
- San Francisco: Room 211, Art and Design Center, 95 Third St.
- $525 (EDP 025106)
