LibAnswers: CLaSS

A good place to start is to review the feedback you have been given by your tutor, and identify specific areas for improvement. Try the linked video on feedback here for help with this.

Common issues in Academic Writing:

Grammar and Proofreading

If you are having problems with punctuation, spelling errors, grammar and other proofreading issues, try our Proof Reading for Grammar Toolkit for some useful tips and strategies. The Focus on Writing guide also offers some information on proper use of punctuation (e.g. colons and semicolons).

Being Critical

There are a number of CLaSS resources designed to help you improve your criticality. Try the Finding your Critical Voice video as a starting point, and search the CLaSS student resource site for the key word "criticality" for more help.

Incorporating evidence

Try the bitesize video on Incorporating sources into your text to help you with providing more evidence for your arguments.

Tone and Style

The bitesize video on Writing in an academic style can help you with your tone, formality and objectivity. 

Structure

Watch the bitesize video on Structuring your Essay for tips and templates for structuring your writing. You can even try the activity afterwards to test your skills.

For more general help with your Academic writing, try the Dissertation Toolkit or the Higher Education Assignment Toolkit (HEAT) for help in the planning, research, structure and writing of your dissertation or assignment.