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This hands-on course focuses on the art and craft of editing science nonfiction stories. Writing exercises and editing projects are designed to mimic work in a paying market, and you will learn to think like an editor as you work through each step in the process of crafting concise and compelling science articles—from pitch selection to developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, fact-checking, and proofreading. You will face the myriad factors editors must consider at every stage as you craft your own nonfiction story and edit the work of your colleagues. Students will also be introduced to new editing tools. This course will benefit any writer hoping to pursue an editing career, work with an editor, or sharpen self-editing skills. Prerequisite: 491.658