What you will learn in Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order Course
- Master precision in word selection for clear communication
- Apply principles of effective word arrangement
- Recognize and fix common word choice errors
- Develop strategies for concise writing
- Understand connotation vs. denotation
- Adapt vocabulary for different audiences
- Enhance readability through sentence structuring
Program Overview
Word Choice Fundamentals
⏱️ 1 weeks
- Covers denotative vs. connotative meaning, register appropriateness, and avoiding wordiness.
- Students analyze and rewrite sentences with problematic word choices.
Sentence Architecture
⏱️1 weeks
- Focuses on information flow, old-to-new principle, and emphasis positioning.
- Includes exercises restructuring sentences for maximum impact.
Common Pitfalls
⏱️ 1 weeks
- Identifies and corrects issues like jargon, clichés, and vague language.
- Students practice transforming bureaucratic writing into clear prose.
Style Adaptation
⏱️ 1 weeks
- Teaches audience analysis and purpose-driven word selection.
- Includes comparative analysis of different writing styles (academic, journalistic, business).
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Job Outlook
- Career impact: Top skill requested in 82% of writing-intensive jobs (NACE)
- Salary influence: Strong editors earn 30-50% more than average writers
- Professional value: Critical for content creators, marketers, and communicators
- Certification benefit: Recognized by publishing and media industries
Specification: Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order
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