English 101 - Phase 7: Paper: Subsequent Version to Paper: Final Version

Approaches to Writing - Phase 7: Paper: Subsequent
Version to Paper: Final Version

You made it! You are on the home stretch of the Main Journey down Highway 101!

As you surge toward the "final destination"--that is, the Final Version of your Paper--you are probably feeling elation and panic at the same time. The elation comes from nearing the end of a long and exhilarating journey. The panic comes from fear that you may not meet the deadline . . . or that your final paper may not be as presentable as you desire.

It's a good thing you still have Phase 7 to complete. Phase 7 will lead you quickly and effectively through the editing phase of completing an argumentative research paper. It's time to make the small-scale changes that editing involves, such as:

changing the wording of your sentences to improve grammar and diction

correcting any punctuation, spelling, and mechanical errors

checking your borrowed source information to make sure you have recorded it accurately

verifying citation information of your sources.

You may also want to spend some time working on stylistic concerns, such as:

eliminating wordiness or repetition

clarifying your tone

establishing a suitable voice for your delivery

All of these concerns are tremendously important to a final version, but they are often overlooked in the mad dash to the finish line.

Before embarking on these small-scale changes, though, let's learn more about what's involved in writing the Final Version of a Paper.

Any questions or comments for Kenn?

Where do I go next?
Go to "Paper: Final Version."