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Technical Communication
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Defining Terms in Technical Editing: The Levels of Edit as a Model
Mary Fran Buehler
Technical Communication
Vol. 28, No. 4, SPECIAL ISSUE ON TECHNICAL EDITING (FOURTH QUARTER 1981), pp. 10-15 (6 pages)
Published By: Society for Technical Communication
Technical Communication
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Abstract

THE TERMS GENERALLY USED to refer to the editorial process, such as copy editing, do not have a commonly understood meaning. More specific terminology is needed to promote better understanding. The terminology of the levels-of-edit concept is offered as a model.

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"Technical Communication includes both quantitative and qualitative research while showcasing the work of some of the field’s most noteworthy writers. Among its most popular features are the helpful book reviews.

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The Society for Technical Communication is the world’s largest and oldest professional association dedicated to the advancement of the field of technical communication. The Society’s members span the field of the technical communication profession from students and academics to practitioners and managers. Our members represent every industry segment and many countries around the globe.

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