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Editing: Syllabus

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2.1 Key Essay Terminology

In this section, you can find out what to look out for in your essay before submission and during the editing process.

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Ensure that you consider these terms in your essay

This page contains a list of terms that your lecturers will use when discussing essay writing

Thesis Statement

A thesis statement explains the main points of the essay and what stance the essay will take on a subject.

Topic Sentences

A topic sentence is usually at the beginning of a paragraph. This sentence outlines the point of the paragraph and can show the reader how the key points are connected throughout the essay.

Grammar Check

A grammar check can be done on Microsoft Word. It will outline spelling errors, wrong tenses, and superfluous wording. External tools like Grammarly can also help student reduce grammar errors in their writing.

References - MLA style

When writing English assignments at the University of Limerick, you will use the MLA referencing system. Check Purdue Owl for help in understanding this referencing structure or make an appointment with the writing centre in UL.

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