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Cel2103 Writing Academic Texts Writing Portfolio Task 4B Self-Editing Checklist
Cel2103 Writing Academic Texts Writing Portfolio Task 4B Self-Editing Checklist
Cel2103 Writing Academic Texts Writing Portfolio Task 4B Self-Editing Checklist
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CRITERIA YES NO
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Does the essay have all three parts: introduction, body
and conclusion?
1. Does the introduction create interest that makes the
reader want to read on?
Does the essay have a clear thesis statement?
Is each main idea clearly stated in the topic sentence?
Are the topic sentences adequately supported with
supporting points and supporting details?
Is the information taken from related has been
paraphrased?
Are the quotation taken (if any), correctly cited or
acknowledged?
2. Are the in-text citations correctly done?
Does each sentence flow smoothly to the next
sentence?
Are there transition signals to show relationship
between arguments?
Are the sentences clear and direct? Can they be
understood on the first reading?
Has the grammar and spelling been carefully checked?
3. Does the essay have effective conclusion?
Does the list of reference follow the APA format?
4.
Are the references complete?