After you have finished writing your report, swap papers with a partner. Check for the following:
Checklist for reports
Organisation
• Does the report follow a specific plan?
• Are there subheadings? Are they clear?
• Does the introduction clearly state the purpose of Ihe report?
• Do the main body paragraphs each present a separate point?
• Does the conclusion summarise the report and give a judgement and/or recommendation?
Language
• What style is the report written in?
• Are there long sentences with polite, factual language?
• Which tenses are used?
• Has advanced vocabulary been used?
• What linkers have been used?
• Are there any spelling, grammar or punctuation errors?