Proofreading

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0:00 Introduction
0:19 Spellchecker
0:48 Always proofread a hard copy
1:00 Read the essay out loud
1:16 Read every word
1:28 Break down sentences
2:07 Learn when to capitalize
2:20 Read Backwards
2:41 Know your style guides
2:55 Have someone else read it
3:12 Leave time for proofreading