Neftaly SAQA Course 117946 Edit language usage in text NQF Level 07 Credits 10

PURPOSE OF Neftaly SAQA Course 117946 Edit language usage in text NQF Level 07 Credits 10

The purpose of this unit standard is for learners to be able to edit language as used in the text. Credited learners can correct language errors, thus improving the accuracy and clarity of text, and impact positively on reading comprehension.

Credited learners can improve their earning capacity by delivering high-quality freelance language usage editing services to publishers, researchers, authors, translators, etc. The set of competence is also helpful for the preparation of written communication in general.

If language usage is improved, the readability of the text is improved, and readers can more readily access the information contained in the text. Access to information fosters and promotes multi-bilingualism, and improves the accessibility of text for readers. By improving the accessibility of information, the formation of social relationships and empowerment is facilitated by making accessible information and knowledge. Improved language usage in the text will also improve the quality of the published text, which will improve the professional image of editing.

Credited learners are capable of:
Identifying and correcting errors in spelling and grammar.
Editing usage of vocabulary and terminology.
Consistently using punctuation marks to achieve clarity.
Treating elements of other languages appropriately.
Editing style, register, and level of formality for specific media and audiences.
Eliminating language that is unacceptable for specific media and audiences.

LEARNING IS ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

The credits and level assigned to this unit standard are based on the assumption that learners have already attained the following competencies:
Conduct basic research across a major discipline.
Analyze, evaluate and reformat a wide range of information.
Formulate appropriate responses to resolve both concrete and abstract problems.
Generate ideas by analyzing information and concepts at an abstract level.