Editing Choice

In this worksheet, students differentiate between editing and proofreading by selecting the correct term for each description. It covers various editing tasks such as content changes, organizational improvements, and clarity adjustments. Students read each statement and choose whether the action described is part of the editing or proofreading process. This activity helps clarify the roles of both processes and emphasizes their unique contributions to text refinement.

Learning to distinguish between editing and proofreading enhances students’ textual analysis skills and helps them understand the stages of writing improvement. By recognizing the purpose of each process, students become more intentional in their approach to revising their work. This worksheet fosters attention to detail and strengthens understanding of the editorial process. It supports a comprehensive view of writing improvement, preparing students to address both content accuracy and error correction in their drafts.