{"id":37254,"date":"2017-09-18T13:29:31","date_gmt":"2017-09-18T11:29:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.scribbr.nl\/?p=37254"},"modified":"2022-09-14T18:36:27","modified_gmt":"2022-09-14T16:36:27","slug":"academic-writing-checklists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.scribbr.com\/tips\/academic-writing-checklists\/","title":{"rendered":"Academic Writing Checklists | Free &#038; Interactive"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>These interactive checklists help you improve your <a href=index-1578.html>essay<\/a>, <a href=index-1576.html>research paper<\/a>, <a href=index-896.html>thesis<\/a>, or <a href=index-1577.html>dissertation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"all-scribbr-checklists\">\n                        <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-1074.html title=\"Choosing Your College Essay Topic | Ideas &#038; Examples\">Choosing Your College Essay Topic | Ideas &#038; Examples<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--327044\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">College essay topic checklist<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">6<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--327044-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My topic is focused on me, not on someone else.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--327044-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My topic shares something different from the rest of my application.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--327044-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My topic is specific and original (not many students could write a similar essay).<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--327044-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My topic reflects positively on my character and behavior.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--327044-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>If I chose to write about a traumatic or challenging experience, my essay will focus on how I overcame it or gained insight.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--327044-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--327044-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>If I chose a common topic, my essay will have a surprising story arc, interesting insight, and\/or an advanced writing style.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Good topic!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">It looks like your topic is a good choice. It's specific, it avoids clich\u00e9s, and it reflects positively on you.<\/p>\n                \n                \n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-3509.html title=\"How to Apply for College | Timeline, Templates &#038; Checklist\">How to Apply for College | Timeline, Templates &#038; Checklist<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--326657\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">College application checklist<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">15<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve researched schools and made my college list.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve done on-campus and\/or virtual visits to prospective schools.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve chosen application plan deadlines for each school.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve organized deadlines and requirements in a <a href=index-4527.html>college applications tracker<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve filed my FAFSA.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve submitted scholarship applications.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve taken my standardized tests.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-7\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-7\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-7\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve written my <a href=index-1073.html>college application essays<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-8\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-8\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-8\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve created accounts on application portals.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-9\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-9\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-9\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve filled out my personal information, extracurriculars, and awards.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-10\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-10\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-10\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve requested my test scores be sent to the correct colleges.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-11\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-11\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-11\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve requested my transcripts be sent to the correct colleges.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-12\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-12\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-12\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve requested recommendation letters.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-13\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-13\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-13\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve paid application fees or applied for application waivers.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--326657-14\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-14\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--326657-14\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I&#8217;ve checked that my application has all the necessary documents and information.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Congratulations!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">It looks like your application is ready to submit. Good luck with getting accepted!<\/p>\n                \n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                        <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--324740\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">College admissions essay checklist<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">12<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve organized my essay prompts and created an essay writing schedule.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve done a comprehensive brainstorm for essay topics.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve selected a topic that\u2019s meaningful to me and reveals something different from the rest of my application.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve created an <a href=index-4520.html>outline <\/a>to guide my structure.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve crafted an <a href=index-3531.html>introduction<\/a> containing vivid imagery or an intriguing hook that grabs the reader\u2019s attention.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve written my essay in a way that shows instead of telling. <\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve shown positive traits and values in my essay. <\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-7\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-7\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-7\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve demonstrated self-reflection and insight in my essay. <\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-8\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-8\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-8\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve used appropriate <a href=index-3532.html>style and tone<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-9\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-9\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-9\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve concluded with an insight or a creative ending.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-10\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-10\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-10\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve <a href=index-4528.html>revised my essay<\/a>, checking my overall message, flow, clarity, and grammar.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--324740-11\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-11\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--324740-11\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I\u2019ve respected the <a href=index-4521.html>word count<\/a>, remaining within 10% of the upper word limit.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Congratulations!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">It looks like your essay ticks all the boxes. A second pair of eyes can help you take it to the next level \u2013 Scribbr's essay coaches can help.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-1077.html title=\"Explore the essay coaching service\">Explore the essay coaching service<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-3130.html title=\"What Are Credible Sources &#038; How to Spot Them | Examples\">What Are Credible Sources &#038; How to Spot Them | Examples<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--316189\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Is my source credible?<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">13<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My source is relevant to my research topic.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My source is recent enough to contain up-to-date information on my topic.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>There are no glaring grammatical or orthographic errors.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The author is an expert in their field. <\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I have checked that it is supported by evidence and\/or verifiable elsewhere.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My source cites or links to other sources that appear relevant and trustworthy. <\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>There is a way to contact the author or publisher of my source.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-7\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-7\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-7\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The purpose of my source is to educate or inform, not to sell a product or push a particular opinion.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-8\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-8\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-8\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My source is unbiased, and offers multiple perspectives fairly. <\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-9\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-9\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-9\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My source avoids vague or grandiose claims, and writing that is too emotive or subjective.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-10\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-10\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-10\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>[For academic journals]: My source is peer-reviewed and published in a reputable and established journal. <\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-11\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-11\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-11\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>[For web sources]: The layout of my source is professional and recently updated. Backlinks to other sources are up-to-date and not broken. <\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--316189-12\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-12\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--316189-12\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>[For web sources]: My source&#8217;s URL suggests the domain is trustworthy, e.g. a .edu address.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">Your sources are likely to be credible! <\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-892.html title=\"Learn more about our academic editing services\">Learn more about our academic editing services<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-4526.html title=\"Checklist: Academic writing\">Checklist: Academic writing<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--119754\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Academic writing<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">15<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I avoid informal terms and <a href=index-977.html>contractions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I avoid <a href=index-4525.html>second-person pronouns<\/a> (\u201cyou&#8221;).<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I avoid emotive or exaggerated language.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I avoid <a href=index-1789.html>redundant<\/a> words and phrases.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I avoid unnecessary jargon and define terms where needed.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I present information as precisely and accurately as possible.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I use appropriate <a href=index-3399.html>transitions<\/a> to show the connections between my ideas.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-7\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-7\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-7\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My text is logically organized using <a href=index-1767.html>paragraphs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-8\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-8\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-8\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Each paragraph is focused on a single idea, expressed in a clear <a href=index-1768.html>topic sentence<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-9\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-9\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-9\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Every part of the text relates to my central <a href=index-1763.html>thesis <\/a>or <a href=index-1762.html>research question<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-10\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-10\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-10\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I support my claims with evidence.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-11\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-11\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-11\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I use the appropriate <a href=index-1783.html>verb tenses<\/a> in each section.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-12\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-12\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-12\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I consistently use either <a href=index-1785.html>UK or US English<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-13\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-13\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-13\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I <a href=index-978.html>format numbers<\/a> consistently.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--119754-14\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-14\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--119754-14\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I <a href=index-1775.html>cite my sources<\/a> using a consistent <a href=index-1052.html>citation style<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">Your text follows the most important rules of academic style. Make sure it's perfect with the help of a Scribbr editor!<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-892.html title=\"Learn more about our academic editing services\">Learn more about our academic editing services<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-4529.html title=\"Checklist for academic essays | Is your essay ready to submit?\">Checklist for academic essays | Is your essay ready to submit?<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--69079\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Essay<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">14<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My essay follows the requirements of the assignment (topic and <a href=index-4219.html>length<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My <a href=index-1764.html>introduction<\/a> sparks the reader&#8217;s interest and provides any necessary background information on the topic.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My introduction contains a <a href=index-1763.html>thesis statement<\/a> that states the focus and position of the essay.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I use <a href=index-1767.html>paragraphs<\/a> to structure the essay.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I use <a href=index-1768.html>topic sentences<\/a> to introduce each paragraph.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Each paragraph has a single focus and a clear connection to the thesis statement.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I make clear <a href=index-1769.html>transitions<\/a> between paragraphs and ideas.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-7\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-7\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-7\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My <a href=index-1765.html>conclusion<\/a> doesn\u2019t just repeat my points, but draws connections between arguments.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-8\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-8\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-8\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I don&#8217;t introduce new arguments or evidence in the conclusion.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-9\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-9\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-9\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have given an <a href=index-3579.html>in-text citation<\/a> for every <a href=index-1776.html>quote<\/a> or piece of information I got from another source.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-10\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-10\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-10\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have included a <a href=index-3727.html>reference page<\/a> at the end of my essay, listing full details of all my sources.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-11\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-11\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-11\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My citations and references are correctly formatted according to the required <a href=index-1052.html>citation style<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-12\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-12\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-12\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My essay has an interesting and informative title.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--69079-13\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-13\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--69079-13\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have followed all formatting guidelines (e.g. font, page numbers, line spacing).<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">Your essay meets all the most important requirements. Our editors can give it a final check to help you submit with confidence.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-1077.html title=\"Essay Proofreading & Editing Service\">Essay Proofreading & Editing Service<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Back to the checklist\">Back to the checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-1764.html title=\"How to write an essay introduction | 4 steps &#038; examples\">How to write an essay introduction | 4 steps &#038; examples<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--63745\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Essay introduction<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">5<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--63745-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My first sentence is engaging and relevant.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--63745-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have introduced the topic with necessary background information.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--63745-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have defined any important terms.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--63745-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My thesis statement clearly presents my main point or argument.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--63745-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--63745-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Everything in the introduction is relevant to the main body of the essay.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">You have a strong introduction - now make sure the rest of your essay is just as good.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-1767.html title=\"Learn more about writing essay paragraphs\">Learn more about writing essay paragraphs<\/a>\n                \n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-4530.html title=\"Checklist: Writing a Great Research Paper\">Checklist: Writing a Great Research Paper<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--62500\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Research paper<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">14<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--62500-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have followed all instructions in the assignment sheet.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--62500-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My <a href=index-3408.html>introduction<\/a> presents my topic in an engaging way and provides necessary background information.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--62500-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My introduction presents a clear, focused <a href=index-2933.html>research problem<\/a> and\/or <a href=index-1763.html>thesis statement<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--62500-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My paper is logically organized using <a href=index-1767.html>paragraphs<\/a> and (if relevant) <a href=index-1766.html>section headings<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--62500-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Each paragraph is clearly focused on one central idea, expressed in a clear <a href=index-1768.html>topic sentence<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--62500-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--62500-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Each paragraph is relevant to my research problem or thesis statement.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--62500-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input 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<!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Statement of purpose<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">9<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--64922-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--64922-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--64922-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My statement of purpose clearly responds to the prompt.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--64922-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input 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To maximize your chances of getting accepted, a Scribbr editor can help you improve your language, style, and structure.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-4515.html title=\"Discover Our Proofreading & Editing Services\">Discover Our Proofreading & Editing Services<\/a>\n                \n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-1792.html title=\"How to Avoid Plagiarism | Tips on Citing Sources\">How to Avoid Plagiarism | Tips on Citing Sources<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--60482\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Plagiarism 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\n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--60482-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--60482-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--60482-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Every source I cited is included in my <a href=index-3727.html>reference list<\/a> or <a href=index-3344.html>bibliography<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--60482-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--60482-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--60482-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have consistently followed the rules of my required <a 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class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-3141.html title=\"Checklist: Writing a dissertation\">Checklist: Writing a dissertation<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--218543\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Dissertation<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">20<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My <a href=index-3116.html>title page<\/a> includes all information required by my university.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have included <a href=index-3404.html>acknowledgements <\/a>thanking those who helped me.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My <a href=index-3119.html>abstract<\/a> provides a concise summary of the dissertation, giving the reader a clear idea of my key <a href=index-3112.html>results<\/a> or arguments.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" 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It includes all chapter titles, but excludes the title page, acknowledgements, and abstract.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My <a href=index-3128.html>introduction<\/a> leads into my topic in an engaging way and shows the <a href=index-3257.html>relevance<\/a> of my research.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My introduction clearly defines the focus of my research, stating my <a href=index-1762.html>research questions<\/a> and <a href=index-3268.html>research objectives<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>My introduction includes an overview of the <a href=index-1577.html>dissertation&#8217;s structure<\/a> (reading guide).<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-7\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-7\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-7\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have conducted a <a href=index-1575.html>literature review<\/a> in which I (1) critically engage with sources, evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of existing research, (2) discuss patterns, themes, and debates in the literature, and (3) address a gap or show how my research contributes to existing research.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-8\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-8\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-8\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have clearly outlined the<a href=index-3271.html> theoretical framework<\/a> of my research, explaining the theories and models that support my approach.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-9\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-9\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-9\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have thoroughly described my <a href=index-1758.html>methodology<\/a>, explaining how I <a href=index-2779.html>collected data<\/a> and analyzed data.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-10\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-10\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-10\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have concisely and objectively reported all relevant <a href=index-3112.html>results<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-11\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-11\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-11\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have (1) evaluated and interpreted the meaning of the results and (2) acknowledged any important limitations of the results in my <a href=index-3013.html>discussion<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-12\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-12\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-12\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have clearly stated the answer to my main research question in the <a href=index-3138.html>conclusion<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-13\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-13\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-13\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have clearly explained the implications of my conclusion, emphasizing what new insight my research has contributed.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-14\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-14\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-14\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have provided relevant <a href=index-4532.html>recommendations<\/a> for further research or practice.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-15\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-15\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-15\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>If relevant, I have included <a href=index-3263.html>appendices <\/a>with supplemental information.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-16\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-16\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-16\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have included an <a href=index-3579.html>in-text citation<\/a> every time I use words, ideas, or information from a source.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-17\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-17\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-17\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have listed every source in a reference list at the end of my dissertation.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-18\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-18\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-18\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have consistently followed the rules of my chosen <a href=index-1052.html>citation style<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--218543-19\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-19\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--218543-19\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have followed all formatting guidelines provided by my university.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Congratulations!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">The end is in sight\u2014your dissertation is nearly ready to submit! Make sure it's perfectly polished with the help of a Scribbr editor.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-1056.html title=\"Learn more about dissertation editing services\">Learn more about dissertation editing services<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-3119.html title=\"How to Write an Abstract | Steps &#038; Examples\">How to Write an Abstract | Steps &#038; Examples<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--37213\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Abstract<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">8<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37213-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The word count is within the required length, or a maximum of one page.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37213-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The abstract appears after the <a href=index-3116.html>title page<\/a> and <a href=index-3404.html>acknowledgements<\/a> and before the <a href=index-3259.html>table of contents<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37213-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have clearly stated my <a href=index-2933.html>research problem<\/a> and objectives.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37213-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have briefly described my <a href=index-1758.html>methodology<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37213-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have summarized the most important <a 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mentioned any important limitations and recommendations.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37213-7\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-7\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37213-7\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The abstract can be understood by someone without prior knowledge of the topic.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">You've written a great abstract! Use the other checklists to continue improving your thesis or dissertation.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-3728.html title=\"See all other checklists\">See all other checklists<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-4533.html title=\"Tables in your dissertation\">Tables in your dissertation<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--37240\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Tables<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">6<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37240-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Each table has a number.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37240-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Each table has a clear, descriptive title.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37240-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>All tables are consistently formatted according to my style guide or department&#8217;s requirements.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37240-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The content of each table is clearly understandable in its own right.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37240-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have referred to each table in the main text.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37240-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37240-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have correctly cited the source of any tables reproduced or adapted from other authors.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">Your tables look great! Use the other checklists to improve your thesis or dissertation.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-3728.html title=\"See all other checklists\">See all other checklists<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-3128.html title=\"How to Write a Thesis or Dissertation Introduction\">How to Write a Thesis or Dissertation Introduction<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--37243\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Introduction<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">7<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37243-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have introduced my <a href=index-2932.html>research topic<\/a> in an engaging way.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37243-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have provided necessary context to help the reader understand my topic.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37243-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have clearly specified the focus of my research.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37243-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have shown the <a href=index-3257.html>relevance<\/a> and importance of the <a href=index-2932.html>dissertation topic<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37243-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have clearly stated the <a href=index-2933.html>problem<\/a> or <a href=index-1762.html>question<\/a> that my research addresses.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37243-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have outlined the specific <a href=index-3268.html>objectives of the research<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37243-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37243-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have provided an overview of the <a href=index-1577.html>dissertation&#8217;s structure<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">You've written a strong introduction for your thesis or dissertation. Use the other checklists to continue improving your dissertation.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-3728.html title=\"See all other checklists\">See all other checklists<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-3112.html title=\"How to Write a Results Section | Tips &#038; Examples\">How to Write a Results Section | Tips &#038; Examples<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--37242\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Research results<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">7<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37242-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have completed my<a href=index-2779.html> data collection<\/a> and analyzed the results.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37242-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have included all results that are relevant to my research questions.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37242-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have concisely and objectively reported each result, including relevant <a href=index-2993.html>descriptive statistics<\/a> and <a href=index-2994.html>inferential statistics<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37242-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have stated whether each hypothesis was supported or refuted.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37242-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have used tables and figures to illustrate my results where appropriate.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37242-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>All tables and figures are correctly labelled and referred to in the text.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37242-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37242-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>There is no subjective interpretation or speculation on the meaning of the results.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">You've finished writing up your results! Use the other checklists to further improve your thesis.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-3728.html title=\"See all other checklists\">See all other checklists<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                        <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--37226\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Discussion<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">8<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37226-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have concisely summarized the most important findings.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37226-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have discussed and interpreted the results in relation to my research questions.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37226-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have cited relevant literature to show how my results fit in.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37226-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have clearly explained the significance of my results.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37226-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>If relevant, I have considered alternative explanations of the results.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37226-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have stated the practical and\/or theoretical implications of my results.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37226-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have acknowledged and evaluated the limitations of my research.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37226-7\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-7\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37226-7\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have made relevant recommendations for further research or action.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">You've written a great discussion section. Use the other checklists to further improve your thesis or dissertation.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-3728.html title=\"See all other checklists\">See all other checklists<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                        <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--37239\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Recommendations<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">8<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37239-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The client can implement the recommendations\/measures in the short term.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37239-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The recommendations clearly indicate what should be done and by whom.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37239-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Each recommendation contains active verbs.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37239-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>All recommendations are formulated in the same style.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37239-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Each recommendation is presented individually and briefly justified.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37239-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>There are at least three and no more than seven recommendations.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37239-6\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-6\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-6\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>The recommendations are backed by evidence that demonstrates how they will solve the problem.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37239-7\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-7\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37239-7\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>Even if the recommendation itself is new, the rest of the information is not.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">Your recommendations look great! Use the other checklists to further improve your thesis.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__btn btn btn--large btn--white\" href=index-3728.html title=\"See all other checklists\">See all other checklists<\/a>\n                \n                                    <a class=\"checklist__congratulations__back-to-list close-congratulations\" href=index.html#\" title=\"Return to checklist\">Return to checklist<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n                            <p>The article this checklist belongs to can be found here: <a href=index-3138.html title=\"How to Write a Thesis or Dissertation Conclusion\">How to Write a Thesis or Dissertation Conclusion<\/a><\/p>\n                <div id=\"scribbr-checklist--37216\" class=\"scribbr-checklist scribbr-checklist--students scribbr-checklist--compact\">\n\n    <header class=\"checklist__header\">\n        <!\u2013\u2013 skip-in-text-insert \u2013\u2013><h2 class=\" checklist__header__title\">Checklist: Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n                    <span class=\"checklist__header__count\"><span class=\"count-checked\">0<\/span> \/ <span class=\"count-total\">6<\/span><\/span>\n        \n    <\/header>\n    <ul class=\"checklist__list\">\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37216-0\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-0\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-0\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have clearly and concisely answered the main <a href=index-1762.html>research question<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37216-1\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-1\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-1\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have <a href=index-3262.html>summarized<\/a> my overall argument or key takeaways.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37216-2\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-2\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-2\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have mentioned any important limitations of the research.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37216-3\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-3\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-3\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have given relevant <a href=index-4532.html>recommendations<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37216-4\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-4\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-4\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have clearly explained what my research has contributed to my field.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n        \n            <li id=\"checklist__list__item--37216-5\" class=\"checklist__list__item unchecked\">\n\n                                    <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-5\" \/>\n                    <label class=\"label\" for=\"checklist__list__item__checkbox--37216-5\"><span class=\"checklist__list__item__icon\"><\/span><p>I have\u00a0<strong>not<\/strong> introduced any new data or arguments.<\/p>\n<\/label>\n                \n                \n            <\/li>\n\n            <\/ul>\n\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations\">\n            <div class=\"scribbr-checklist__congratulations__inner-wrap\">\n                <a class=\"btn--close close-congratulations\"><\/a>\n\n                                    <h3 class=\"checklist__congratulations__title\">Well done!<\/h3>\n                \n                                    <p class=\"checklist__congratulations__text\">You've written a great conclusion! 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