1. Peer editing - sit in groups of four.
Author:
______________________________
Editor #1:
____________________________ Editor #2:
_____________________
Editor #3:
______________________
Editor #1:
Do you, the reader,
understand the definition? Why or why not?
Pick out your favorite example
and note it here. What made it strong? Why was it interesting?
Ask questions and give
suggestions: What else needs to be said?
What else do you, the reader, need to know? (“Nothing” is not what you want to
say here!)
Is the definition accurate? Explain.
Editor
#2
How is the paper
organized? Did it flow smoothly from beginning to end? Did the introduction
capture your attention? Was the conclusion strong and memorable? Explain these
points. Use the back if necessary.
What information did the
author provide to clarify the definition such as dictionary definition;
classmate definition, example from history, art, or music; quotation; example
from the news; etc. Explain.
Did the author organize paragraphs, use clear and correct
sentences, and select appropriate words? Explain.
Editor #3
You are the housekeeping
editor. Check for GUM.
(Grammar/Usage/Mechanics) Especially be
on the lookout for run-on sentences, fragments, and comma splices. Note unusual
sentence structure. Don’t be afraid to
write on the draft, mark on the electronic copy, or write notes to the author.
2. One more try with EasyBib
Make your final paper look like this one. Here are some reminders:
A, Include a header on every page. This will be your last name and the page number. Word will do this for you.
B. Double space everything - no exceptions.
C. Look at how the title is punctuated - No Bold Print!
D. The Works Cited page is on a page all by itself.
E. Indent every paragraph.
F. Include in-text citations. Look at the sample essay for examples.
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