Course Objectives: This practical one day course delivers the Proofreading Skills needed to identify and correct mistakes, so that a copy achieves maximum impact. You will cover how to read thoroughly and accurately and how to spot and correct the common errors of spelling, punctuation and grammar that can ruin a good copy.

Requirements: No prior proofreading experience is required.

	Introduction
	Functions of a Proofreader
	Methods of working
	How to read thoroughly and accurately
	Reading on paper and on screen

	Proofreading and Editing Marks
	Understanding Proofreader's marks and terminology
	Commonly used terms: ens, ems, points, picas
	Different types of proof
	The dangers of relying on grammar or spelling checkers

	Spotting Mistakes
	Dealing with tables and complicated pages
	How to read and correct page proofs
	Cutting and making lines
	Keeping a checklist
	Spelling and punctuation tips
	Regularly misspelt words

	Punctuation
	Punctuation marks defined
	Punctuation in the real world
	When the rules can be broken

	Grammar
	Avoiding common errors
	Changes in current usage

	Avoiding the Common Pitfalls
	Misspelling headlines
	Wrong telephone numbers or email addresses
	Incorrect prices
	Misplaced headlines or captions