Revising
Structural aspects
- Introduction (clearly states the topic and how it will be dealt with)
- Links between paragraphs / sections (implicit / explicit connectors)
- Conclusion (refers to topic, based on evidence provided)
Coverage of your topic
- Have you answered the question?
- Have you covered the topic in sufficient depth?
Analysis and Argument
- Have you provided adequate analysis?
- Do you demonstrate an independent, original approach?
- Is your argument thorough, with evidence and supporting information
Coherence
- Are thought relationships clear?
- Are headings clear and concise?
Citations, quotations, paraphrasing
- Are there too many / too few?
- Are they all reliable, representative sources?
- Are the paraphrases really in your own words?
Referencing information
- Are all sources listed in the bibliography / list of references?
- Are all reference details complete?
- Are they presented in the required style?