Lecture 4.2.4 - The Importance of Proofreading
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Lecture Overview
Do the words you have chosen to use in this essay help create a logical argument?
- Have you read your writing aloud to listen for and correct awkward wording or problems with the flow?
- Are there any details in your writing that may detract from the overall impression you are trying to achieve?
- How could you reorganize this essay so that it will appeal more strongly to your readers’ emotions?
PROOFREADING
Regularly proofread and correct their writing (e.g., ask peers to check their drafts for errors in spelling, vocabulary, punctuation, and grammar, consult print and electronic resources to confirm the accuracy of the feedback they receive, and make corrections where necessary;)