11 – 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.

         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.

         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?