J.ELAR.3.I
Revise and edit copy using appropriate copy editing symbols.
Journalism · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
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Skills
- revise (written copy) #dok2
- edit (written copy) #dok2
- apply (appropriate copy editing symbols) #dok2
- identify (errors in copy) #dok1
- correct (errors in copy using editing symbols) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify errors in written copy. #dok1
- I can apply appropriate copy editing symbols to a piece of writing. #dok2
- I can revise and edit written copy using standard editing techniques and symbols. #dok2
- I can correct grammatical, spelling, and factual errors in writing using editing marks. #dok2
- I can explain why specific editing symbols are used in particular situations. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Editing is a vital process that improves clarity, accuracy, and quality in journalistic writing.
- Copy editing symbols provide a universal language for editors and writers to communicate revisions efficiently.
Essential Questions
- Why is revising and editing copy important in the field of journalism?
- How do copy editing symbols facilitate effective communication among journalists?
- What are common errors in journalistic writing that require revision or editing?
- How can the use of editing symbols improve the quality and professionalism of published work?
- In what ways can collaboration be enhanced through accurate use of copy editing symbols?