Course Description
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Course Name
Fundamentals of Publishing and Editing
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Host University
Florence University of the Arts - The American University of Florence
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Location
Florence, Italy
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Area of Study
Communication Studies, Creative Writing, Media Studies
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course examines the fundamental aspects of the publishing industry with an emphasis on book publishing. Issues such as editorial brainstorming and manuscript selection, layout processes, production, interior and exterior design, marketing, and financial factors are explored on a hands on level with examples and collaborations drawn from ongoing publication projects. The emphasis on editing focuses on evaluating manuscripts, fact checking, copy cutting, editing, rewriting, proofreading and writing captions, titles and subtitles.
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Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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