Topic: Editing Software

Note: This session will take place during the Editors Canada Virtual Training Day and will be available at a discounted rate as part of the Training Day package. Visit the Training Day webpage for the full schedule and package rate.  Generative AI is often presented to editors as just another new tool—a way to write faster, edit more […]

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AI hasn’t eliminated the need for human editors—but it has shifted who values us most. In this webinar, veteran academic editor Catie Phares will show you exactly which clients still invest in editing, why they do it, and how to reach them. You’ll leave this session with a clear picture of your ideal clients and […]

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Vous souhaitez bonifier vos services, mettre à jour vos outils de travail et faire valoir votre valeur ajoutée d’humain à l’ère de l’IA? C’est par ici! Dans cet atelier pratico-pratique, vous apprendrez comment utiliser une panoplie d’outils, de plateformes et de fonctionnalités IA pour mieux servir vos clients… démonstrations à l’appui! ChatGPT pour les suggestions […]

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Help data tell their stories through effective tables and graphs.  Learning outcomes: At the end of this webinar participants will be able to       determine whether a table or graph is needed        optimize the presentation of numerical information        identify and eliminate “chart junk” Kristen Hines Kristen teaches […]

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Many editors report that they have experienced a marked decrease in work since the introduction of generative artificial intelligence (AI), and particularly ChatGPT. In this webinar, seasoned academic editor Catie Phares will cover seven key areas of limitation for generative AI—areas that represent promising opportunities for editors to thrive in the post-AI world. Additionally, Catie […]

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Businesses and non-profit organizations use newsletters, emails and presentations to connect with clients and donors; keep staff informed; attract more business; raise their profile and stay accountable to regulators, shareholders and other key audiences. These important tools often don’t get the attention they deserve— like editing! This webinar uses plain language principles to help you […]

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If you’re ready to up your Microsoft Word game, then this session is for you. You’ll learn about common keyboard shortcuts and how to create your own. You’ll also be introduced to Word’s wildcard function and to macros. With a knowledge of how to use these tools, you’ll be able to automate mundane tasks, increase […]

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The rapid spread of AI tools following the release of ChatGPT has sent shockwaves through industries, job markets, schools and the media, generating fear of job loss, doomsday predictions, confusion and, here and there, glimmers of hope and excitement. This webinar examines the current state of AI tools as they apply to editors. The first […]

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Editors are often responsible for creating final documents for users. This session explores how we can make Microsoft Office documents more accessible.

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Many of us use Word regularly. But are we using it efficiently? Learn practical tips to help you become more efficient with Microsoft Word for Windows.

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Let's be frank: some people are getting a lot more work from their ODE listing than others are. Why do some people find big-ticket clients or get so much work from the ODE that they're swamped? What's their secret? Is it that they're super experienced, well-known or ... more qualified than YOU? No! Editors who are successfully using the ODE know how to craft their listings so they bring in more work.

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In “Book Formatting Using Word Styles” you’ll learn how to create a fully customizable print book layout using Microsoft Word. Learn how to: set trim and margins sizes; properly format sections with the correct headers and footers; and use paragraph styles to create a consistent, professional looking print book layout. This webinar will also teach you how to correct word spacing, adjust for orphans and widows, and save your document as a print-ready PDF.

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Macros can often be an editor’s best secret weapon by increasing your editing speed and consistency, but not everyone is familiar with how to install and use them. This introductory webinar aims to make macros accessible to anyone and everyone by showing you how to install and start using macros right away. You’ll learn how to analyse documents to reveal inconsistencies, how to use macros to speed up the editing process, and how to make global changes to documents before you start editing.

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This session is for editors who would like to use autocorrects and text expanders to edit and query more efficiently.

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