The steps listed below will help you plan, study and write your assessment
Most important is to begin early and get started. If you allow yourself the time to plan and research writing, and revise your work, you'll not need to hurry. Once you've got started, you'll have something that you can improve on.
Step 1 - Understand the assessment task
Before you start your assessment be sure to study the test or assignment and understand what you have been asked to do. The analysis will help you focus your research.
Step 2 - Plan
The way you plan to answer the assessment question or task can help you concentrate and make writing your essay much easier. You will have a structure to follow, and you can ensure you have completed the task in a correct manner.
Step 3 - Do your research
You can then research your subject and find relevant and reliable sources of information. You'll find some of them within your course materials, as well as suggested readings. You may also consider:
the Open Polytechnic Library
online sources
Talking to experts.
Step 4 - Write
It's then the time to begin writing.
First draft
Create your first draft based on your strategy. Add in your gaps by creating your key points for each section.
Write your thoughts freely. As much down as you can, without worry about whether your words are 100% accurate.
It may be easier to begin your conclusion with because you will know the direction your writing is going.
Do not introduce the topic until the last minute.
Do not spend too much time trying to get this draft to be perfect since it's likely to alter!
Fine tune
Revise your draft, and check that it makes sense and has everything it requires to.
You can fine tune your writing style, and make sure that your writing flows well.
Keep multiple backups of any drafts as you may need to return to them later.
Make a bibliography or reference list.
Step 5 - Review
When you're satisfied, take time out. Find some space so you can look over your work with a fresh set of eyes. Make sure to edit and proofread.
See the big picture
Have you answered the question you were set? Make sure you check your work against the marking schedule , as well as the question.
Does the structure follow correctly? Is the content logically arranged?
Have you included all relevant parts? Examples include the title page, introduction, the conclusion or reference list?
Does your assessment read well with each section flowing smoothly from one section to the other? The best way to verify that is reading the assessment loudly.
Have you written the words of your choice and all your sources?
Is your assessment well presented?
Make sure you check the information.
Have you used academic English (if required)?
Be sure to check grammar punctuation, spelling, and punctuation. Do not just use a spell checker (it doesn't recognize everything).
Check your referencing. Is your APA referencing correct?
Are your pages numbered?
Have you included your name, your student ID in addition to the assessment details and the date on every page?
Tips - If you can, ask a friend or family member to review the assessment because it is difficult to spot mistakes in your own work.
After you're satisfied, submit your report.
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