Course detailBerkeley ExtensionWriting, Editing and Technical Communicationopen

ENGLISH X445

Grammar, Mechanics and Usage for Editors

Editors must have a strong command of English grammar, syntax and mechanics to edit the work of others clearly, confidently and correctly.

Gain a practical understanding of grammar and the logic governing syntax and punctuation use.

Learn to analyze grammar and syntax, understand sentence structure, transition from one idea to another and choose the right words to convey meaning, among other topics.

Homework exercises, frequent quizzes and multi-draft editing assignments help build your expertise and prepare you for the beginning copyediting course that follows next in the sequence.

Enrollment is limited.

Schedule note
02 Jun 2026 - 25 Aug 2026; Online, Fixed Date

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