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Watch the video below on how to submit a written assignment:

  https://youtu.be/nRhY7Usx7ms  

Follow the steps below to complete an Written Assignment assessment:

• Open the Assignment  assessment.

• Complete the Take-Home assessment in MS Word or on paper. Note: MS Word documents needs to be saved as a PDF document and paper based answers needs to be scanned in to a combined PDF document.

• Note the file requirements such as:
• File size limit.
• Number of files that can be submitted.
• File formats allowed.

Watch the video below on drafts vs submission for grading:

  https://youtu.be/gd-QI1A7T0c  

Watch the video below on editing or replacing an assignment submission:

  https://youtu.be/2Av2Ng-IqEA  

Watch the video below on improving on an attempt:

  https://youtu.be/21BDprBaj2g  

Watch the video below on checking your grades and feedback:

  https://youtu.be/CeKQ_4TdPn0  

Watch the video below on the assignment submission status page:

  https://youtu.be/Y7obyBvkQAs  

Complete the  Assignment Activity  next before continuing to the next section.

How to Submit a UNISA Written Assignment on MyUNISA

At Together We Pass we are always looking for ways to help UNISA students. You can find a tutorial below on “How to Submit a UNISA written assignment on MyUNISA”. We explain the process in a simple, step by step manner that is easy to follow.

Find out how to submit a multiple choice assignment on MyUNISA here .

• Click on the module tab you would like to submit an assignment for.

If you cannot see your module in the tabs; use the drop down box

Once you have selected your module; Click on assignments in the menu to the left

You will be taken to a page that looks similar to the one below

You can use the key below to make sense of the table above

• If your assignment is not listed you should click on the link below

Read the instructions and follow the prompts

• If you need help; click on the link for step-by-step instructions such as the ones below

How to submit a UNISA written assignment on myUNISA

Find the module code.

1. Find the module code of the assignment you want to submit in the Course column

2. Find the corresponding number of the assignment, e.g. 2 in the Ass.No. column

3. Click on the Submit link in the Action column next to the assignment number

Step 1: Load assignment file from your PC to myUnisa

4. Click on the Choose File button next to File Name

5. In the Choose File dialog box, select the file you want to upload, and then click Open

6. Select the correct program format from the File Format drop-down list (i.e. MS Word, Excel, PDF etc.)

7. Click on the Continue button.

Step 2: Verify the file details for final submission of your written assignment

Use this step to verify that you are uploading the correct file to the correct course and assignment number.

8. Click on the Continue button to submit your assignment file. If you do not click Continue, no submission action will take place.

9. Large files will take longer to upload than small files. Please be patient after you have clicked Continue.

10. If the wrong details, e.g. file name, appear on the screen, click Back to restart the file upload process.

Step 3: Assignment submission report

This is your proof that your assignment was submitted. It is advisable to print this page for your record purposes.

11. Click on the Return to Assignment List button to go back to the Assignment overview screen.

Watch the video below which shows you how to prepare, format, complete & submit your assignments.

Watch the video tutorial below on H ow to Submit a UNISA Written Assignment on MyUNISA

Written by Kurt Wyngaard

Last updated: April 15, 2018

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Hi My ENN1504 Assignment 1 I resubimit the above assignment on a wrong format , when I want to resubmit again the column was written closed. What must I do to open the resubmit again. Please I need help. Thank you

Unfortunately if it’s closed, then you are unable to resubmit your assignment.

Same here.Yes I agree its been closed ,but the assignment is not due yet.

please help my assignments are not due yet, but there is no submit options they all closed… why is that?

My assignment has been returned as it is a read only pdf document. Please assist on how it should be changed so that it can be marked. Thank you.

Right-click on your PDF assignment and head onto Properties. Once there, make sure that the Read-only box is cleared. Once done, click on apply and your assignment should be marked.

What can I do after I convert my assignment to PDF which page can I send on or I good on email My

Once you’ve completed converting your assignment to PDF, there are prompts on your myUnisa portal which will direct you on where to upload your assignment.

Remember to name your assignment properly so that it can be easily identifiable.

I’m trying to submit my assignment it says error it can’t find the name

Did you receive help ..I have the same issue

Me too have got a problem I submitted the wrong assignment in assignment ,tpn2601 n if I want to resubmit the correct one ,there in the assignment section ,it says it is closed while the due has not yet arrived.there is only the view button .pls help

What do I do, if I want to submit an assignment but it keeps telling my file is too big to upload?

Assignments 5 and 7 I can’t find them

I submitted my written assignment and I got an email confirming my submission but when I click the view button it says blank😭.. Can so help me

I’ve trying to submit my assignment but when i press “choose file” it does not refer me to my files what could be the problem?

Hy I fail to submit written assighment I rly need help

I’m also struggling to submit my written assignment, can someone please help me this one it’s my last chance.

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The Writing your assignment resource is designed and monitored by Learning Advisers and Academic Librarians at UniSA.

Table of contents

• Interpret your task
• Think about the topic
• Plan your search
• Start your search
• Select appropriate references
• Read, take notes and paraphrase
• Create a plan for your assignment
• Extend your search
• Write your essay
• Write your report
• Integrate references in your writing
• Proofread and edit your assignment
• Get more help

Understanding the assignment task is an important first step. If you are not clear about what you are expected to do in your assignment, you could waste a lot of time researching, planning and writing about a topic which is not relevant. In turn, you may receive a poor mark because 'you didn't answer the question'. When you analyse the assignment task carefully, you can identify the specific focus so that you are clear what direction to take with your research and ensure you address all aspects of the assignment.

• Always check your task instructions in the early stages, before you start writing.
• Make sure you understand all parts of the assignment.
• Your task instructions might explain the structure, formatting and type of assignment.
• The task instructions are usually in your Course Outline, but check your Course site for more information (e.g. feedback forms, assessment tabs, links & guides).
• the content words which show what you have to focus on
• the instruction words which tell you how to approach the content
• the limits of the assignment.

Locate the task instructions in your course outline and/or on your course site, and use this activity to analyse your assignment.

• Understanding assignments and instruction words  (pdf)
• Assignment planning  (pdf)
• Academic skills workshops  (link)
• Learning Advice  (link)

Once you have interpreted the task , think about the topic before you start your research. Brainstorm what you already know about the topic and what you need to find out by thinking back to your lectures, tutorials, readings or your own personal experience.  You might surprise yourself with what you already know, and you may also identify gaps in your knowledge which can help you start your initial research process.

• Brainstorm ideas early to get you actively engaged with the topic and prepare for the research process.
• Identify what you already know about the topic and what you might need to find out.
• Consider how many paragraphs (and therefore ideas) you might need to write - keep in mind the word count.
• Think about which ideas you might focus on and how you would support and develop these ideas. 
• Use this initial brainstorming session to build the foundations of your assignment plan.

Note: This video uses an essay for an example, but the brainstorming process can apply for any assignment type (e.g. report, reflection, or case study).

Using your notes from the Interpret your task section , complete the text boxes in the mindmap below. Enter the main topic of the assignment in the central box, then add ideas you might use to develop it in the surrounding boxes. Once you have entered all your ideas, progress to the next slide where you can export your text.

• Using mindmaps to plan assignments   (Study Help resources)
• Linear example of an essay plan  (Courtesy: Victoria University) 
• Bubble.us  (free online tool for creating mindmaps)

Once you have a good understanding of your topic, you need to plan your search. Taking the time to plan your search will help you search more effectively and find better results. Searching for information is an organic process that takes you down different paths, and sometimes back again, depending on your needs. Your search strategy might change as you find more information and incorporate new keywords, but it’s always useful to start with a solid plan. The process of plan, search, review, and read is one you will often repeat - don’t expect to find all the information you need in one search session. 

• Searching for your whole assignment is not very effective
• Mapping out your search is a good place to start
• Identify the key concepts in your question or topic
• You don't need to search for task words
• Use double quotation marks (" ") to search for two or more words together as a phrase
• Think about what other words (synonyms and alternative terms) might be used to describe the key concepts
• You can use acronyms, but you should search for the full terms as well
• To find fewer results, add different concepts using AND (e.g. rural AND Australia)
• To find more results, add synonyms or alternative terms, to your search using OR (e.g. "renewable energy" OR solar OR wind)
• You can change your search as you find more information
• For more information, read the How to plan your search document

There are three steps involved in planning your search: identifying keywords, considering alternative keywords, and connecting your keywords. You can learn more about each step of the process by working through the slides below. The slides also include some quick tips to make your search even more effective.

Information comes in many different forms and depending on your assessment requirements, some types of information are more appropriate than others. You may even be asked to use specific types of information, such as peer-reviewed articles. When planning your search, it is important to consider what type of information you will need. Explore the diagram below to discover different types of information.   To find out more about how information is born and how it changes over time, watch this short  LinkedIn Learning video .

• At university you will be required to use scholarly resources
• You may also see these resources referred to as ‘academic’, ‘peer-reviewed’, ‘refereed’, or ‘reputable’ resources
• This can include journal articles, books, book chapters, conference papers, and theses
• Wikipedia, newspapers, magazines, blogs or personal websites can be useful, but are not considered scholarly
• Scholarly sources are written by researchers within a subject area, contain references, and are often peer-reviewed (also called ‘refereed’)
• Peer-reviewed articles are assessed by experts in the field before they are published
• Many search tools will allow you to limit your results to peer-reviewed articles
• Scholarly books are written by experts, published by reputable publishers, and contain reference

To find out more about peer-review:

• Peer review in 3 minutes video
• Peer review process - the Conversation article

It is important to be able to identify scholarly articles. From the information provided in the video above, identify the essential features of the scholarly article below by clicking on different elements. Scroll down to read more about each feature and check your progress.  

Creating your search strategy can be challenging. You might find some steps harder or easier than others, but you can get better at the process by practising. Remember, your search plan can change as you find more information and incorporate new keywords, but it’s always useful to start with a solid plan.

Type your answers to the questions below in the boxes provided. You will be able to export your text on the last slide.

With your search plan complete, you can start searching for relevant readings.  You can use a number of different search tools to help you find information, including the Library catalogue, Library databases, Google Scholar, and web search engines. You are not expected to use every search tool in every assignment – choose the search tool best suited to your needs.  This section will focus on techniques for searching via the Library catalogue.  For more information about how to extend your search by using other search tools such as the Library databases and Google Scholar, visit the Extend your search section.

• Knowing where to search is just as important as knowing how to search.
• Not all search tools will give you access to the same information.
• Understanding why and when to use different search tools will save you time.
• The Library catalogue is a good place to search for scholarly material.
• It provides free access to a variety of resources types across a range of subject areas.
• Databases help focus your search, have more advanced searching options, and will find resources not available in the Library Catalogue.
• Google Scholar provides access to a wide range of resources, but not all of it is scholarly. Some types of material are best found using a search engine or a specific website.
• All resources need to be evaluated before using them.

The second part of the reading process is to explore key ideas. Your background reading will have helped you to identify some areas that you need to explore further. Also, start recording the information you need for your reference list so that you can find the resources again later. Click on the referencing links below to find out more.

• Referencing roadmap   (Harvard UniSA online guide)
• Referencing quick guide (Harvard UniSA pdf quick guide)
• Referencing website  (Harvard UniSA)
• Other Referencing styles (including APA)

For more information about referencing, have a look at the  Integrating references  section.

• The Library Catalogue has features that will save you time and make searching easier.
• A simple search is a good place to start.
• On the results page, look for the suggested databases or subject guides at the top of the results.
• Use the filters under 'Tweak my Results' to find exactly what you need.
• An advanced search gives you more sophisticated search options.
• To get the most out of the Library Catalogue, remember to sign in.
• Once signed in you can pin different resources and save them to your favourites folder.
• You can also save a search to return to later and set up email alerts for new resources.
• The "cite" button will create a citation (or reference) in different referencing styles, but always double check for accuracy.

Click on the image below to access a tutorial and practise using the Library Catalogue.

Search the Library catalogue

• How to find scholarly sources  (pdf)
• Ebooks Explained guide  (link)

While you are finding references, you need to be thinking about whether they are appropriate to use in your assignment.  All resources need to be evaluated before including them in your assignment – including resources found through the Library Catalogue or databases. You need to think critically about the information you find and decide whether it is suitable for your needs. This section will help you learn to evaluate information and select the most appropriate references to use. 

You will often need to refer to key authors and theories in your writing, but it can be hard to determine which are specific to your subject area. Hover over the image below to find out more about identifying important work in your discipline area.

• Having access to a lot of information can be overwhelming.
• Evaluating information helps you decide what resources you should use.
• C urrency: How recent is the information? Does it suit your needs?
• R elevance: Is the information relevant to your assignment?
• A uthority: Who wrote the information? Are they an expert?
• A ccuracy: Is the information accurate? Is it supported by evidence?
• P urpose: Why was the resource created? Is there any bias?
• You can use the CRAAP tool to think about these issues when evaluate your resources.

We all know that not everything we read online is true, but how do you spot fake information?  Predatory publishers are organisations which appear to be publishers of scholarly or academic resources, but fail to follow scholarly publishing standards like peer review or editorial review.  Fake news is another area to be cautious about. Sometimes news is accidentally reported incorrectly, but other times it is deliberately written to mislead the reader, promote propaganda, damage the credibility of another person or organisation, or to receive financial gain. One way to identify fake news is by identifying sensationalist or clickbait style headlines .  Click on the image below to enlarge the information.

To find out more about identifying 'fake scholarly information':

• Best practice publishing standards here
• Hijacked journals
• Predatory vs trustworthy journals

To find out more about how to identify 'fake news':

• UniSA Library Fake News guide
• 'This one weird trick will help you spot clickbait’ video
• ‘Can you spot the problem with these headlines?’ video

There are a lot of things to consider when evaluating the resources you find. The activity below will step you through the process of evaluating the resources you find in your studies.

• Evaluating Wikipedia guide
• Evaluate Credibility of Online Sources (Google course)
• Learn about generative artificial intelligence in the university context (Video length: 5 minutes, 45 seconds)

Once you have found suitable references for your assignment, you can start reading and taking notes. There are different reading strategies you may apply at different stages of the assignment writing process. For instance, you might  skim a source first to identify if it is relevant,  scan the source to understand its structure, and then critically  read specific sections which are relevant to the assignment task.   While reading your sources, it is also important that you take meaningful notes which can help you think about your argument and paraphrase more effectively.  This section includes details about practical reading and note-taking strategies to help you in this process.

Watch the video (Queensland University of Technology 2018) and click through the topics below for practical reading and note-taking strategies to help you take effective notes for your assignment.

• Strategies for effective and efficient reading  (pdf)
• Critical reading strategies  (pdf)

The note-taking system you choose to use should be meaningful and helpful.  You should be able to look at your notes and not only understand them, but understand how they relate to your assignment task.   Watch the video (Discover Business Degrees 2015) and click through the topics below about common note-taking strategies you could try. 

• Making effective notes  (pdf)
• Paraphrasing  (link)
• Note-taking methods (Massey University 2019)
• Charting Method (template doc)
• Cornell Method (template doc)

You may like to use the Charting Method to start grouping your sources into relevant themes.

• Click on the purple and white crosses on the example below for more tips about the Charting Method.
• Download the template to start grouping your readings for your task into key themes.

You may like to use the Cornell Method when reading sources in more detail.

• Click on the purple and white crosses on the example below for more tips about the Cornell Method.
• Download the template to start reading and note-taking for your task.

Part of writing an assignment is creating a plan, and in some courses, you may be tasked with creating a plan as part of your assignment.  A plan should build on your original brainstorming session and be informed by your research. A good place to start is the marking criteria. Use the marking criteria, in conjunction with the assessment instructions, to help you with establishing your plan. 

As you are searching, develop the argument you are going to present as early as you can. In this way, you will be more targeted in trying to find information that will assist you with presenting this argument.  Check that your argument, and your topic paragraphs, fit with the assessment details and the marking criteria before moving forward.  Keep in mind, the plan is a fluid document that may change as you explore your topic further.

What should an essay plan include?

• This is the argument your essay is going to make in response to the assignment question.
• The main points are going to provide the supporting evidence in answer to the assignment question. Each main point will form one of the body paragraphs.
• For example, an introduction, body and conclusion
• Put in your own words the evidence you have sourced and place this under the relevant main point. Ensure you provide an in-text citation with your notes

Note:  Although this video focuses on essay planning, a similar process can be applied to other assignment types.  Watch the Report writing and/or Reflective writing videos to help you consider the structure and content of these types of writing when planning for your assignment.

Here we provide you with a number of example essay plans. Choose the style that suits you best when creating your own. If you are set an assignment task that asks for an essay plan, be sure to check the assignment requirements before creating one.  

• Sample Essay Plan - Simple  (pdf)
• Sample Essay Plan - Linear, structured  (pdf)
• Sample Essay Plan - Mind Map  (pdf)

As you review this sample essay plan, hover over the underlined text for more information. 

Note: In some browsers you may need to click on the highlighted text to read the extra information.

As you are developing a plan for your assignment, you might notice that there are some gaps in your knowledge or that you don’t have enough evidence to support your argument. It’s important to remember that you won't find everything you need in your first round of searching – you will need to allow enough time for several cycles of plan, search, review, read and – search!  This chapter looks at extending your search by using Google Scholar and Library Databases. For information about starting your search in the Library Catalogue, you can visit ‘Start your search’.

Now that understand the key ideas, issues, theories and debates related to the topic, you can start your targeted reading which is the final stage of the reading process.  Using your knowledge of the topic area, you can refine your search via the Library catalogue, Google Scholar or the Library databases. Use different combinations of keywords or apply limits (filters) to your search.

• Google scholar advanced search allows you to easily organise your search concepts. 
• The exact phrase box searches for phrases in the same way using double quotation marks (" ") does.
• The at least one of the words box helps broaden your search.
• The all of the words box helps narrow your search.
• You can limit by date range to see more recent results. 
• The Fulltext at UniSA link will display next to a result held in the Library Catalogue.
• If there is no Fulltext at UniSA link, you can still double check the Catalogue by searching for the article title.
• For more information, check out the Learn to Search Google Scholar interactive tutorial (10 minutes).

Click on the links below for more information about Google Scholar:

• Power Searching with Google Course  (link)
• Google cheat sheet  (pdf)

Remember, not everything in Google Scholar is scholarly, so you will need to evaluate the information you find!

It is important to search broadly to ensure you find a range of relevant academic literature to support your arguments. The interactive resource below builds on the Catalogue searching techniques we covered in Plan your search .  It guides  you through the process of developing a comprehensive search plan and d escribes the range of sources you can use to find published or unpublished literature.  It also d emonstrates how to apply your search to a ‘library database’ (a subscribed online collection of resources),  expand and narrow your results, and use two  key supplemental searching techniques ('reference harvesting' and 'identifying key journals and authors') to locate additional literature.

• Ebooks explained guide   (link)
• Databases by category  (link)
• Save time searching databases (pdf)

For more help with searching for references you can contact Ask the Library via phone, chat, or email.

Use your essay plan to  develop your introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion in full.  Your completed essay should have a clear argument which is relevant to the assignment task, logically organised so that it is easy to follow, and well supported through the use of credible and reliable sources.  In this section you will learn more about the essay writing process, paragraph writing and academic language.  Use the essay writing checklist at the end of this section to help you finalise your essay.

• Writing an essay involves taking a position on an issue and defending it using academic support.
• It is not a linear process - there will be planning, drafting, extra reading, redrafting and editing.
• Essays usually have an introduction, body paragraphs, a conclusion and a reference list.
• The introduction usually contains background information about the topic, your position and a preview of how your ideas will be organised.
• Each paragraph has a topic sentence to introduce the focus, supporting sentences with evidence and examples and a concluding sentence to sum up the paragraph or connect it to the next one.
• The conclusion summarises the main points of your essay and restates your position.
• The reference list is at the end of your essay and is a list of all the sources you used in-text (in the body of your writing) to support your argument.

Click through the slides below to see what an introduction, body paragraph and conclusion look like. Click on the question marks on each slide for further information.

• Essay writing overview  (pdf)
• Introductions  (pdf)
• Paragraphs  (pdf)
• Conclusions  (pdf)
• Reference list (Harvard UniSA) - Quick guide  (pdf)
• Linking words and phrases  (pdf)
• Vocabulary: Linking words and phrases  (pdf)
• Psychology example essay  (pdf)
• Social sciences example essay  (pdf)

Click through the slides below to learn about the key characteristics of academic writing. 

• Academic vocabulary and phrases  (pdf)
• Expressing yourself clearly and concisely  (pdf)
• Tentative language  (pdf)
• Writing objectively  (pdf)
• Academic phrasebank   - Courtesy: Uni of Manchester (link)

Click through the topics below for tips to help you finalise your essay.

• Your essay writing checklist (pdf)

The purpose of a report is to investigate an issue and 'report back' findings which allow people to make decisions or take action and depending on your course.  The report may require you to record, to inform, to instruct, to analyse, to persuade, or to make specific recommendations, so it is important to check your task instructions and identify the approach you are required to take.  Your completed report should consist of clear sections which are labelled with headings and sub-headings, and are logically sequenced, well developed and supported with reliable evidence . In this section you will learn more about writing a report, including process, structure and language use.  The report writing checklist at the end of this section can help you finalise your report.

• The main purpose of a report is usually to investigate an issue and report back with suggestions or recommendations to allow people to make decisions or take action.
• You will need to find information on the issue by reading through course materials and doing further research via the UniSA Library and relevant databases.
• Report writing requires you to plan and think, so give yourself enough time to draft and redraft, and search for more information before you complete the final version.
• The report is typically structured with an introduction, body paragraphs, a conclusion and a reference list.
• It usually has headings and subheadings to organise the information and help the reader understand  the issue being investigated, the analysis of the findings and the recommendations or implications that relate directly to those findings.
• A report can also include dot points or visuals such as graphs, tables or images to effectively present information.
• Always check the task instructions and feedback form as there might very specific requirements for the report structure.

Locate the task instructions in your course outline and/or on your course site, and use this activity to plan your approach.

• Reports overview  (pdf)
• Using headings in your writing  (pdf)
• Abstracts and introductions  (pdf)
• Writing introductions  (pdf)
• Writing paragraphs  (pdf)
• Literature reviews (pdf)
• Writing conclusions  (pdf) 
• Constructing graphs, tables and diagrams  (pdf)
• Psychology example report  (pdf)
• More example reports  (link)

Click through the slides below to learn about the key characteristics of academic writing. 

• Academic vocabulary and phrases  (pdf)
• Expressing yourself clearly and concisely  (pdf)
• Tentative language  (pdf)
• Writing objectively  (pdf)
• Academic phrasebank  - Courtesy: Uni of Manchester (link)

When writing your paragraphs, it is important that you include relevant references which support the ideas you are presenting.  The references you use need to be included in a way that convinces the reader of your overall argument.  For an overview of what referencing is and how to do it, watch the short video below. Then scroll down for examples of in-text references and what they might look like when they are integrated into a paragraph.

‘ Referencing is a standard practice used in academic writing to show your reader  which ideas  you have gathered from other sources and  where  those ideas came from’ (UniSA 2018, p. 2).  

Referencing:

• acknowledges the ideas of others
• allows you to use these ideas to build an argument
• shows the range of ideas and approaches you have found and thought about
• reflects standard academic practice and values
• emphasises that you have used expert and reliable sources
• prevents circumstances where plagiarism can occur. 

To learn more about referencing and to access useful resources, visit the  Referencing website.  

When including the ideas of others in your paragraphs, paraphrase them to demonstrate that you have understood what you have read, and use in-text references to acknowledge where those ideas came from. Your own voice should also be included in your paragraphs to let the reader know why these ideas are important and how they relate to the main topic and/or your argument.

Click through the slides below for examples of how to include in-text references in your sentences, and how to effectively integrate other people's ideas into your writing.

Visit the Referencing website to find out more about how to reference.  To find out about specific referencing style(s) you are required to use in your Program of studies, visit the Referencing style guides section of the Referencing site.    

Click on the information buttons below to learn more about what is covered in each section of the Referencing website or go directly to the Referencing website to explore: www.unisa.edu.au/referencing . 

Now it is time to proofread and edit your assignment to a professional standard. Proofread your writing with fresh eyes to avoid missing any careless mistakes and do this on several occasions, each time paying particular attention to a specific aspect of your writing.   Give yourself plenty of time to proofread so that you can ensure you have produced a well-structured paper which is relevant, developed, supported and convincing.  

• Do a spelling, punctuation and grammar check before printing a copy for further proofreading.
• Set your writing aside for a while and read with fresh eyes later.
• Read your writing out loud so that you can hear it.
• Ensure your argument is relevant by checking the task instructions and marking criteria.
• Make sure your evidence is relevant, credible and sufficient.
• relevance 
• structure (overall and at paragraph level)
• development of ideas in each paragraph
• paraphrasing and in-text referencing
• cohesion and flow
• academic language
• grammar, spelling and punctuation at sentence level
• the reference list.

Note:  Before submitting your assignment, use the Editing your final draft  resource to help you check your assignment before you submit it.

• the Interpret the task  section when proofreading for relevance of your argument and ideas
• the Write your essay  or Write your report sections when checking your overall structure, paragraph development and expression
• the Integrate references in your writing  section and the Referencing website when checking your paraphrases, format and integration of references in your paragraphs, and when editing your reference list
• the English section on the Study Help site for guidance on grammar.

You can also submit your assignment draft to Studiosity or book a face-to-face appointment with a Learning Adviser to receive general feedback and advice before finalising and submitting your essay.

Visit Workshops and more help  on the Study Help website  and find an option which suits your learning style and needs.  You can:

• attend academic skills workshops
• access the workshop slides and resources even if you can't attend the sessions
• drop in and chat to a Study Help PAL
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