Characteristics of a Good Final Outline

Biol 3998, Fall 2007, Little

• Consists of introduction, body, and conclusion.
• Order of topics (flow) makes sense.
• Studies of focus relate back to the thesis, and the way in which they relate is apparent.
• Outline is complete (ideas are developed in each section).
• Outline is detailed enough that it conveys the actual information, not just topics that you are going to talk about.
• Final outline cites information from at least 5 sources (Name Year).
• Unfamiliar vocabulary is defined.