Academic Editing

An archive of posts related to editing and proofreading academic writing, including student essays. Find out how to edit academic work effectively.

  • Academic Proofreading: A Quick Guide to Bekker Numbers

    Academic Proofreading: A Quick Guide to Bekker Numbers

    Feb 14, 2021

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    Aristotle is one of the most important thinkers in the history of Western philosophy. Thus, if you proofread academic work, you may encounter Bekker numbers at some point. But what is Bekker pagination? And what do you need to know about it as a proofreader? Let’s take a look. What Are Bekker Numbers? Aristotle – […]

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  • Referencing Style or System? A Guide for the Confused

    Referencing Style or System? A Guide for the Confused

    Feb 04, 2021

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    • Style

    In the Becoming A Proofreader course, we look at referencing styles and systems. But what is the distinction between a referencing style and a system? We use these terms as follows: A referencing style is a generic approach to citing sources ( Harvard, Oxford, Vancouver). However, there may be several versions or variations of any […]

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  • A Quick Guide to Numbers in MLA Style

    Nov 05, 2020

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    Your client might not know all the details of MLA style. As an academic proofreader, then, your work may involve checking that documents follow MLA conventions. Thus, in this post, we’re looking at how to present numbers in academic writing according to MLA style. Numbers in MLA: Numerals or Words? MLA style sets out two […]

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  • A Quick Guide to Citation Styles in CSE Referencing

    Oct 22, 2020

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    If you edit a lot of scientific writing, you will likely encounter CSE referencing at some point. But this system can be confusing, as it actually permits three citation styles. In this guide, then, we’ll set out the basics of CSE referencing, including what to look out for as a proofreader. What Is CSE Referencing? […]

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  • Proofreading Tips: What Counts as Plagiarism in Academic Writing?

    Oct 01, 2020

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    To do their job well, academic proofreaders need to know what constitutes plagiarism. This is partly so they can help clients avoid it. But guidelines on academic plagiarism may also affect the kinds of services you can provide. With that in mind, here, we look at: What counts as plagiarism in academic writing. What proofreaders […]

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  • Specialist Citation Styles: What Is AIP Referencing?

    Sep 24, 2020

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    Knowadays provides in-depth advice on academic proofreading, including outlining several major citation styles. But there are other specialist styles that you may encounter in your work. Today, for example, we’re taking a quick look at AIP referencing. What Is AIP Referencing? AIP referencing was created by the American Institute of Physics. It is often used […]

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  • Numeric Citations in ACS Referencing

    Sep 17, 2020

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    ACS referencing offers a couple of methods for citing sources in the chemical sciences. This includes a number–note system, where you cite sources using numbers in the text. But how do numeric citations work in ACS referencing? In this blog post, we run you through the basics. Numeric Citations Styles in ACS Referencing The number–note […]

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  • Proofreading and Editing Tips: Specialist Citation Styles: What Is ACS Referencing?

    Specialist Citation Styles: What Is ACS Referencing?

    Aug 06, 2020

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    If you’re editing or proofreading academic writing about chemistry, you may need to know how the ACS referencing system works. But you might not have come across this citation style unless you’re a chemist! To learn the basics, then, check out our guide below. What Is ACS Referencing? However, the ACS does provide some general […]

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  • Specialist Systems: AMA Referencing

    Specialist Systems: AMA Referencing

    Jul 12, 2020

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    In our Becoming A Proofreader course, we look at some of the most widely used referencing systems, including APA, Chicago, MLA, and IEEE. But there are other systems available! In this post, for instance, we’re going to introduce the basics of AMA referencing. What Is AMA Referencing? AMA referencing is the citation style recommended by […]

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  • A Guide to Secondary Citations (AMA, APA, Chicago and MLA)

    A Guide to Secondary Citations (AMA, APA, Chicago and MLA)

    Jun 28, 2020

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