Revision Checklist
Here is a check list of things to revise before submitting an assignment.
Step 1: Go over the whole paper checking for the first element
Step 2: Repeat for the next element.
Revision Checklist
- Formats: Garamond, 12 pt., Double-spaced, Margins Justified. Paragraphs indented.
- Spacing: Make sure you did not use the space bar for tabs or “center” format.
- Numbers: Ten or less: in word. 1,000 or more, with the comma. Period for decimals.
- Quotes: Make sure each quote has the proper quotation marks at the beginning and the end.
- Citations: Every idea is referenced. Every citation is APA style. Every quote has a page number.
- References: Every citation is associated to a reference (bibliography).
- Spelling: Each Name is Perfectly Spelled. Characters Use Full Names. Authors Last Name Only.
- Grammar: Common mistakes: Affect vs. Effect. Then vs. Than. Weather vs. Whether. Till vs Until.
- Run-on sentences: Did you use semi-colons? Can you shorten sentences, or split them in two?
- Length: Count the words. Can you rewrite passages to shorten sentences without losing content?
- Structure: Each paragraph presents only one argument. Each sentence exposes only one idea.
- Layout: The first paragraph introduces the topic broadly and ends on a breakdown of the chapter.
Development paragraphs are supported by at least one citation.
The final paragraph summarizes the chapter and transitions to the next section. - Thesis: Did you stay on topic throughout?
Did you argue the thesis throughout?
Would you rather change the thesis considering the evolution of your research and your thought process?