Overview:
This interactive workshop focuses on proofreading and the importance of this skill in improving assignments and marks. Topics covered include: methods of proofreading, tips for proofreading, tools and techniques for proofreading.
Level:
Intermediate
Learning Outcomes:
View proofreading as an opportunity to do more than check spelling, punctuation, and grammar
Understand methods of proofreading and what different things to check
Be able to turn marking criteria and understanding of an assignment into a proofreading checklist
Understand different tools that help with proofreading and their limitations
Pillars:
Question, Manage
Supporting Resources:
Develop@Derby Improving your Marks in Academic Writing guide provides information and guidance on methods and techniques for improving your assignments. Topics covered include: understanding the question, proofreading, mindsets for academic writing.