In Philosophy page for some places to get started. An Easy Way to Boost Your Paper's Score by a Full Letter Grade. Proof Read It. Justice Brandeis once observed that there is no good writing, only good rewriting. After you've written your paper, set it aside for a day or so, and then go back and re-read it.
Proof reading can only result in a higher grade.
I Look For When Grading Your Paper. I want to see that you understand the philosophical issues surrounding your topic. I want to see plausible arguments supporting your own view and plausible objections to the views you reject. Make sure that your arguments are not vulnerable to the sorts of objections raised against arguments and views discussed in class. I want your discussion to be as clear as possible.