Once you receive feedback on the first draft, use those suggestions as a starting point to write the final draft. But don't just stop there! In addition to implementing the suggestions, you should make other revisions as well. You can use this as a start for your checklist, adding to it the steps that you were told to address in the next draft:

You've done it! You should read over your research paper one more time to ensure it is free from errors.

• Is my thesis statement strong, and does it effectively tell the main idea of the essay?
• Did Iunderline my thesis statement?
• Are my paragraphs arranged logically?
• Do my paragraphs have strong topic sentences?
• Did I use parenthetical citations to cite ALL borrowed information?
• Am I using enough reputable sources?
• Are there enough examples to prove my thesis statement?
• Do I use transitions effectively between ideas and paragraphs?
• Do I have a strong concluding paragraph?
• Is my grammar correct?
• Do I use the proper punctuation for my sentences?
• Is my paper the right length?