Lesson 10: Revising Tips

Hi class. I am sure you have all been waiting for this: a post not about grammar. Well, here it is. I feel that you now have enough of the basics of grammar down for you to get the rest on your own. Remember - when in doubt, look it up!

We have already talked about the importance of keeping an awareness of your audience, as well as several mechanical rules to keep in mind. Using these skills, you are well on your way to writing a great paper. However, this is where many writers make mistakes. Contrary to popular belief, after a wonderfully and beautifully constructed paper is written, you are not done. Especially if this paper is really not wonderful or beautiful and was thrown together in half an hour. Hint: don't do this if you want a decent grade on that paper; good writing takes time.

To have a good end product, you have to revise your paper, and sometimes several times. Depending on the length of the paper and your writing habits, you might even do some revising as you go. But if anything, always, always revise once you have written the whole thing.

Well, to keep lessons nice and short, we'll end here. But don't worry, the revising tips will be coming soon!