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So You Wanna Be a Web Writer or Editor
Course Code: DED101-H
School: Distance-Education.org
Description
Find out what it takes to become a Web writer or editor, how to decide between freelancing and staff jobs, where to find work. Take a self test to see if you have the signs you will make a good Web writer or editor. Get the inside dope on these exciting high-tech careers from a professional with six years working for the top sites.
Learn how to make a pitch to a Web editor, where to find markets for your writing, and how to edit someone else's text for the Web. Follow a checklist to prepare a proposal for a Web editor, and send it off. Go to sites specifically designed for online writers and editors, and join the professional discussion.
Outcomes
After this short course, you'll be able to:
- Decide whether you have the skills for a writing or editing job
- Choose whether to opt for freelancing or a staff position
- Locate paying markets on the Web
- Analyze a site from the point of view of a writer or editor
- Make a pitch to a Web editor
- Join a discussion group for Web writers and editors
- Get started on your new career
Assessment
- Complete a quiz to determine if you have the signs of a good Web writer or editor
- Complete a checklist for preparing a proposal to a Web editor
- Complete a proposal to a Web editor
- Join a discussion group for Web writers and editors, and ask a valid question.
Instructor
For Anthony Agerskov teaching is a passion, especially online teaching. In addition to being the president of his own company, he has been an online educator for five years, and an educator for 20 years (classroom and online). It is his belief that it is crucial to use the latest technology and educational principles to create online courses for students that is effective, flexible, and exciting. Besides holding two university degrees, he has received a great deal of understanding from the number of trainings he has attended, which have included topics such as: Website design and Web Writing.Testimonials
"I had minimal expectations but regardless the course was phenomenonal and I would recommend to anyone considering this career path. I think this class and the instructor were awesome. I plan to take several more courses related to this subject. I will be enrolling for the web content master certificate course." - Susan WalkerFree COLLEGE COURSES!
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