2. Self editing activity . . . take out the rubric. We will start with the GUM (Grammar/usage/mechanics) first. Read your paper from the last line to the first line. (Do read the sentences from left to right.) This activity will help you to catch careless errors and awkward sentences. you will force yourself to look at each sentence. You will not be focusing on the entire essay. You will catch many problems and quickly fix them.
3. Number all of your sentences. Fill in the chart with the number of words in each sentence. Also write down the first three words of each sentence.
4. Check your MLA formatting and documentation. http://www.dianahacker.com/papers.htm#mla
- Did you include in-text citations?
- Did you include the Works Cited page?
- Is the formatting correct?
- Did you double space throughout?
- Are all sentences in the same font?
- Did the title capitalized correctly?
Bring:
1. The rubric with peer/self editing comments
2. The sentence and word count sheet - completed.
3. A paper copy of your essay.
4. You will also submit an electronic copy. The space will not be open until class. Be sure you have access to your electronic version so that you can post.
Good luck! You are ready!
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