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PUB5001 Introduction to Editing and Publishing

Semester 3, 2023 Online
Units : 1
School or Department : School of Creative Arts
Grading basis : Graded
Course fee schedule : /current-students/administration/fees/fee-schedules

Staffing

Course Coordinator: Pema Duddul

Overview

This editing and publishing course gives an overview of modern publishing and introduces students to the various roles of the publishing industry. The unit introduces students to the skills required of editors, such as strong written communication, an understanding of grammar, punctuation, syntax, and high-level language usage, and outlines key roles in the publishing process such as planning, production and marketing. As editors and publishers use electronic communication for much of their work, students will practise these skills online. Students undertaking this unit are expected to have an undergraduate degree and possess sound literacy and computing skills. There is an expectation that students will be self-directed and will participate in an online discussion group.

This course develops knowledge and skills in publishing and editing, including a basic introduction to related historical, ethical and legal issues. The course provides instruction on the stages and tasks of the publishing process. The editor's role is covered in detail and introduces proofreading, copyediting and structural editing with a focus on the tools, resources and procedures required for book, magazine or journal production. Publication planning, design, production and marketing for both print and digital devices are also introduced. Legal and ethical concerns are discussed as well, including copyright, moral rights, plagiarism, defamation and permissions. Students will become familiar with the use of electronic communication and onscreen editing.

Course learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course students should be able to:

  1. identify the various roles and tasks within print and electronic publishing and perform a range of editing tasks such as manuscript appraisal, structural editing, copyediting and proofreading both in print and on-screen;
  2. identify, analyse and discuss the stages of the publishing production process;
  3. analyse and discuss textual material in terms of its suitability for different media, formats and readers;
  4. identify, analyse and discuss the legal and ethical requirements of a range of publications;
  5. critically reflect on editing and publishing roles and issues;
  6. identify, discuss and apply professional communication techniques with key stakeholders in a range of media.

Topics

Description Weighting(%)
1. What is publishing? An outline of the history and processes of publishing 10.00
2. Publishing roles, stages and tasks 20.00
3. The editor's role and the editing - stages, tools and procedures 15.00
4. Publication planning, design, production and marketing 10.00
5. Legal and ethical aspects of publishing 15.00
6. On-screen editing and digital publishing practices 15.00
7. Critical reflection on editing and publishing 15.00

Text and materials required to be purchased or accessed

Commonwealth of Australia 2002, Style manual: for authors, editors and printers, 6th edn, John Wiley & Sons, Australia, Brisbane.
((Revised by Snooks & Co.). FREE ONLINE: .)
Flann, E & Hill, B & Wang, W 2014, The Australian editing handbook, 3rd edn, John Wiley & Sons Australia, Brisbane.
Guthrie, R 2011, Publishing principles and practice, Sage, London.
Macquarie Dictionary, latest edn (unabridged) OR access to the online version through .

Student workload expectations

To do well in this subject, students are expected to commit approximately 10 hours per week including class contact hours, independent study, and all assessment tasks. If you are undertaking additional activities, which may include placements and residential schools, the weekly workload hours may vary.

Assessment details

Approach Type Description Group
Assessment
Weighting (%) Course learning outcomes
Assignments Practical Demonstration No 30 1,3
Assignments Written Critique (written) Yes 40 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assignments Written Portfolio A1 of 2 No 15 5,6
Assignments Written Portfolio A2 of 2 No 15 5,6
Date printed 9 February 2024