Investigation Structure common mistakes

Common mistakes

• Neglecting to include appendices

  Failing to provide supplementary evidence can weaken the investigation.

  Fix itAlways include relevant appendices to support your findings.

• Neglecting to include references

  Failing to cite sources can lead to accusations of plagiarism.

  Fix itAlways include a reference list to acknowledge the sources of your information.

• Neglecting to justify material selection

  Failing to explain why specific non-literary texts were chosen for the investigation.

  Fix itAlways provide a clear rationale for the selection of non-literary material, linking it to the themes and objectives of your investigation.

• Overloading with Evidence

  Including too much evidence can overwhelm the reader and obscure the main argument.

  Fix itSelect the most relevant evidence to support your claims clearly and concisely.

• Confusing primary and secondary sources

  Students often use primary sources when secondary sources are required.

  Fix itEnsure to differentiate between original materials and analyses or interpretations of those materials.

• Ignoring textual evidence

  Students often make claims about the text without supporting them with specific examples.

  Fix itAlways back up your analysis with direct quotes or detailed references to the text.