1. Steps in Writing
1.5. Editing and Proofing
When you are editing your work, you need to:
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Ensure you have completed all elements of the task that is set.
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Do you meet the word limit?
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Are all sections complete?
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Have your included sufficient referencing.
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Make sure you don’t have information that isn’t needed.
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Is your thesis clear?
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Does your assignment flow from point to point?
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Have you used academic language?
When proofreading, you will need to:
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Check your referencing
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Check your spelling and grammar
Try this checklist or go back to the section on proofreading on your Open Desk.
Don’t forget you can submit a draft to Smarthinking for feedback.