This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply advanced editing skills to a range of written texts in different forms.

It applies to editors who independently evaluate and refine print-based or screen-based written materials to publication standards. The editing process includes the review of substance and structure to enhance the clarity of written communication. Collaboration with authors, clients, publishers and colleagues plays a significant role in the refinement of the product.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Use safe work practices including addressing ergonomic requirements when undertaking work tasks
Clarify purpose and audience for the written material with relevant parties
Determine appropriate language and style of written material and acquire style guides if required
Evaluate language, structure and style of the written material, taking into account the intended audience and purpose
Assess written material to determine level of editing required.
Assess material to identify any potential legislative, copyright and intellectual property requirements
Discuss evaluation of written material with relevant parties to establish the editing approach
Outline actions necessary to complete the editing process
Confirm actions and timelines for completing the editing process with relevant parties
Restructure text where necessary to add, delete or relocate material.
Refine paragraphs to suit purpose, text type and publication mode.
Add headings, lists and emphasis if necessary to ensure ease of reading
Check citations for accuracy and appropriateness in recognising the works of others
Check all structural elements including illustrative material for logic, consistency, appropriateness and accessibility.
Consider whether voice, tone and tense and are appropriate to the written material.
Edit phrases, sentences, paragraphs and sections where required for clarity and logical flow.
Check language complexity, terminology and formality to ensure they are appropriate for the purpose and audience
Refine grammar, spelling and punctuation using standard editing conventions
Check appropriate style conventions are used for numbers, quotations, titles, headings, illustrations and tables within written material
Check preliminary text, body and end text for consistency
Proofread written material for language, grammar, spelling, punctuation and factual errors
Check cross-references and links for accuracy and completeness
Test written material for performance, usability and accessibility.
Review format and layout for consistency, against design or style guides if required
Confirm content complies with copyright and intellectual property requirements
Complete editing process within required timeframes

Assessment Cover Sheet

CUAWRT504 - Perform advanced editing tasks

Assessment task 1: [title]

Student name:

Student ID:

I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

Student signature:

Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

CUAWRT504 - Perform advanced editing tasks

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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