CRWR 2004 - Editing for Writers
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CRWR 2004 Course Editing for Writers Coordinating Unit English, Creative Writing, and Film Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Prerequisites At least 12 units of undergraduate study Incompatible ENGL 5009 Assumed Knowledge High level of English literacy competency Assessment 500 word editing exercise (15%), 500 word grammar and style exercise (15%), 1500 word research essay (30%), 2000 word structural report and re-edit (40%) Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Jill Jones
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 demonstrate having gained knowledge of a range of editing concepts, processes and practices, including structural editing and copyediting, in the context of the editing and publishing industry in Australia and internationally. 2 demonstrate having engaged with various approaches to redrafting and restructuring their own creative work. 3 demonstrate having developed a capacity to investigate and reflect on the publishing industry in the context of their own work and the literary field in general. 4 demonstrate having gained an awareness of the nexus between writing and editing and the role of the editor in the publishing process. 5 demonstrate having developed skills to identify and analyse grammar and style errors and correct these in their own work and the writing of others. 6 demonstrate having developed skills to identify structural issues in a manuscript and provide feedback to another author. 7 demonstrate having developed an understanding the writer-editor relationship through giving and receiving constructive criticism. 8 demonstrate having developed skills to confidently, thoughtfully and respectfully express their ideas to their peers. 9 demonstrate having developed skills in working as a team in a small group environment. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 4, 6, 7, 8, 9 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 7, 8, 9 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9 -
Learning Resources
Online Learning
MyUni and other resources to be announced. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Teaching and learning modes may include lectures, seminars and online activities.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Students will commit the equivalent of 156 hours per semester to study in this course.Learning Activities Summary
Provisional. Learning activities may include lectures, face-to-face seminars, online activities, instructor-directed and student-directed research and learning tasks.Small Group Discovery Experience
Provisional. The small group discovery experience may be developed through instructor-led and student-led seminar discussions. The course may include collaborative assessment tasks. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Provisional. Assessment may include blended learning assignments, structured independent and/or collaborative activities, essays(s), participation in seminar discussion and peer-assessment activities.Assessment Related Requirements
Students must attempt all assessment requirements / all assessment items in order to pass the course.
Other assessment-related requirements will be able to be found in the Discipline of English and Creative Writing Policies and Procedures, and the relevant Course Guide.Assessment Detail
Assessment details are to be announced.Submission
Assessment submission is to be undertaken in the form prescribed in any instructions issued for the individual assessment items.
Policies on deadlines and lateness are to be found in the Discipline of English and Creative Writing Policies and Procedures.
Provisional. Submission formats may include: class presentations, tasks and/or discussions; online submission of written or other work; hard copy submission of written work to a prescribed place. This is not an exhaustive list.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- International Student Support
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
- YouX Student Care - Advocacy, confidential counselling, welfare support and advice
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Elder Conservatorium of Music Noise Management Plan
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
In addition to other University policies and procedures, the Discipline of English and Creative Writing Policies and Procedures will apply to this course. -
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