Indexing Books as a Career
A free MOOC on Canvas Network

Want to learn more about indexing before investing in a comprehensive indexing course? Then this free online course might be just what you need. 

This course is not meant to be a substitute for a comprehensive indexing course but does provide a detailed introduction to the process of indexing and working as an indexer. The Indexing Books as a Career MOCC is intended for individuals interested in exploring a possible indexing career as well as for authors and editors who work with indexers. 
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  Course Syllabus
 
Module 1: Indexing Basics 
             1.1: What is Indexing?
             1.2: What is Book Indexing?
             1.3: Who Are Indexers?
             1.4: Becoming an Indexer
             1.5: Getting Work
             1.6: Indexing Training
 
Module 2: Index Structure 
             2.1: Parts of an Index
             2.2: Cross-references
             2.3: Page References
             2.4: Sorting the Index
             2.5: Index Specifications List
 
Module 3: Term Selection 
             3.1: Types of Indexes
             3.2: Types of Text and Publishers
             3.3: Thematic Mindset
             3.4: Writing an Index
 
Module 4: Indexing Software
             4.1: History of Indexing Tools
             4.2: Indexing Software Programs
             4.3: Embedded Indexing Tools
             4.4: What About E-books?
 
Module 5: Indexer Wishlist 
             5.1: Book Production Team
             5.2: Indexer-Client Relationship
             5.3: The Indexer Wishlist

Module 6: Finis 
             6.1: Term Selection Practice
             6.2: The Future of Indexing
             6.3:  Indexing Resources