Read one sentence at a time and work your way to the beginning. Your brain already knows what you have written. By reading from end to beginning, the pattern is broken and you will find more errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Be careful to always cite your source whether you quote directly or paraphrase. Remember, if it is not common knowledge or your original idea, you must cite the source.
Some professors hold a higher regard for papers with more citations.
Library Tips Be sure that the topic is acceptable to the professor and has sufficient available resource material. Many libraries offer tours for freshmen. Find out early what resources, deficiencies or limitations the library has. Learn now to use its computers and card catalogs to find books by subject or author. Ask the librarian for instructions on using them and help in locating other specific reference sources for your paper.