C&C/Research Paper Proofreading Checklist for ______
After a thorough reading, place a check next elements found in the paper; circle or highlight those that are in need of improvement before turning in a final draft. Be sure to leave comments at the bottom, as well!
First Look
____ 1. Heading:Top left, includes name/class/due date (26 March 2014)
____ 2. Title:Make it interesting/not justJob 1 vs. Job 2!
____ 3. Indents & Spacing: Double-spaced/all paragraphs indented/no extra spaces between
____4. Citation: Clearly visible in-text or parenthetical citationsfrom at leastfive sources
Essay
____ 5. Introduction:Includes a clear thesis statement and purpose for writing/5+ sentences
____ 6. Research:Informs readers andsupports the topicwith specific, citedthroughout
____7. Comparison/Contrast:Equal information provided for both careers
____8. Structure:Follows a logical order that continually refers to both jobs
____ 9. Conclusion:Restates the thesis and purpose (but not word-for-word)/5+ sentences
____ 10.Plagiarism Check: Does this sound more like the writer or the source? If it is suspect, speak up now!
Mechanics
____ 11. Capitalization: All important words are capitalized (but most jobs are not!)
____ 12. Spelling:Check for confused words (definitely/defiantly, there/their, etc.)
____ 13. Punctuation: Comma placement/end punctuation is alwaysafter citations
____ 14. Sentence Structure: Clear, varied sentences throughout/no run-ons or fragments
____ 15. Repetition & Word Choice:Few words or phrases overused/use of descriptive vocabulary/no you’s
Comments—List two things that, in your opinion, would help readers better enjoy and understand the final draft of this paper. Do you have questions that are unanswered, or are obvious or important job details left unexplained? Help a friend out while you still can!
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Proofread by your pal, ______
*Extra CreditC&C/Research Paper Proofreading Checklist for ______
After a thorough reading, place a check next elements found in the paper; circle or highlight those that are in need of improvement before turning in a final draft. Be sure to leave comments at the bottom, as well!
First Look
____ 1. Heading: Top left, includes name/class/due date (26 March 2014)
____ 2. Title:Make it interesting/not just Job 1 vs. Job 2!
____ 3. Indents & Spacing: Double-spaced/all paragraphs indented/no extra spaces between
____4. Citation: Clearly visible in-text or parenthetical citations from at leastfive sources
Essay
____ 5. Introduction: Includes a clear thesis statement and purpose for writing/5+ sentences
____ 6. Research: Informs readers and supports the topic with specific, cited throughout
____7. Comparison/Contrast:Equal information provided for both careers
____8. Structure: Follows a logical order that continually refers to both jobs
____ 9. Conclusion: Restates the thesis and purpose (but not word-for-word)/5+ sentences
____ 10.Plagiarism Check: Does this sound more like the writer or the source? If it is suspect, speak up now!
Mechanics
____ 11. Capitalization: All important words are capitalized (but most jobs are not!)
____ 12. Spelling:Check for confused words (definitely/defiantly, there/their, etc.)
____ 13. Punctuation: Comma placement/end punctuation is alwaysafter citations
____ 14. Sentence Structure: Clear, varied sentences throughout/no run-ons or fragments
____ 15. Repetition & Word Choice: Few words or phrases overused/use of descriptive vocabulary/no you’s
Comments—List two things that, in your opinion, would help readers better enjoy and understand the final draft of this paper. Do you have questions that are unanswered, or are obvious or important job details left unexplained? Help a friend out while you still can!
16.
17.
Proofread by ______(please print)
*Students will be conferred 10 extra credit points for turning in a second fully completed checklist and proofread paper, provided the second proofreader is an adult family member, or a teacher or administrator at Tea Area High School or Middle School.