Online Courses Jackie Landis

Online Courses

The Keys to Effective Editing

Ask any published writer and you will hear that a good editor is not just helpful, but essential. If you aspire to be an editor, this course will teach you the fundamentals of top-notch editing for both fiction and nonfiction. If you’re already working as an editor, you’ll not only brush up on your skills but also learn about recent advances in your chosen profession. If you’re a writer, you will learn essential self-editing tools to give your manuscripts the professional look that publishers like to see.

From the language of editing to grammar, punctuation and syntax to the all-important relationships between editor, author and publisher, every facet of editing will be explored. Online editing is gaining popularity; its complexities are unraveled and its advantages and pitfalls explored. Can you make a living as an editor? Tips and resources for finding work will be addressed at length. When you finish with this course, you will feel confident enough to tackle even the most complex of manuscripts.

Behind every great writer is a great editor. The ultimate dream of every writer is to get published, and as most writers know, the publishing industry is increasingly competitive and hard to crack. What most writers don't know is that they can drastically increase their chances of getting published when they submit manuscripts that are carefully edited and ready to publish. Jackie's course is two-pronged. It teaches aspiring editors the tools they need to edit both fiction and nonfiction, from articles to full-length manuscripts. Jackie's course is also constructed specifically for writers, teaching them how to self-edit their work and endear themselves to prospective publishers. Jackie's experience as both an editor and a published author make her uniquely qualified to open the door to a career as an editor and to give writers a valuable edge in the publishing world.

To enroll in "The Keys to Effective Editing," contact Education to Go and sign up today. New classes begin each month.

Research Methods for Writers

Attention all writers! Learn how to efficiently and effectively conduct research for any writing project: fiction, nonfiction, business . . . even term papers and dissertations. Modern research techniques are boundless. The trick is to know where to look and what to look for. This six-week online course teaches the best methods for mounting a search on any subject.

“Research Methods for Writers” offers a virtual guided tour of the library and how to maximize its precious resources. You’ll also learn how to access public records and how to conduct successful Internet searches—both of which are treasure troves of information.

Personal interviews, public reports, surveys and polls, and historical research are introduced and dissected. A special lesson on Guerilla Research reveals secrets for the undercover researcher. As a plus, detailed instructions are offered for getting organized before embarking on research and getting the most out of information once it’s gathered. “Research Methods for Writers” gives you the tools you’ll need to successfully gather and incorporate all the information your writing project requires to be polished and professional.

To enroll in "Research Methods for Writers," contact Education to Go and sign up today. New classes begin each month.