Journal 7

1. What is the writer trying to find out more about through their research (what research question guides their work)?

The journal discussed how professional editors perform the art of editing. In other words, the writer attempted to explain exactly how editors go about really improving the work of others.

2. What is the research methodology of this article (how do they collect their information, and how do they analyze the information they collect)?

The bulk of the research was conducting a case study in an office setting. The case study was also coupled with the use of interview data.

3. How does professional editing differ from how students revise their own work?

In professional editing, the editor is not going to change the style of writing or the information conveyed, rather they are going to stick to just editing the grammar and flow of the piece of writing. Unlike a student who revises because they need to take out a weak point, an editor is going to leave the thoughts intact. They will leave the subject matter alone and work on form and effectiveness.