Hi Class,
Essay 1 is due at the beginning of class on Monday, February 23.
In a paper folder, please include the following:
1. Final Draft–make sure the words “final draft” are on it
2. First Draft
3. Peer Review form
4. Essay 1 details
Proofing and Editing:
1. Have a classmate, friend, or relative read over your essay.
2. Read your essay out loud. Your voice can catch what the eyes miss.
3. Read “backwards.”
4. Update the settings in your word processing program to catch style and grammar mistakes. This is a formal essay, so you must strive for accuracy in terms of spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and style.
5. Make sure that your thesis contains the words “intellectual home” and utilizes the thesis blueprint.
6. Go to Purdue OWL (look under Helpful Links) and find a sample MLA paper. Make sure your essay looks similar in terms of formatting.
If you have any questions, please email me with specific questions.
Best,
Prof. Scanlan
