Editing tools
There are many editing tools that use AI to proofread your document and suggest improvements.
- Microsoft EditorUsers who have Microsoft 365 should see Microsoft Editor when they access Word Online by selecting the Review tab. Microsoft Editor will help you correct spelling and grammar mistakes and can make suggestions to improve your document based on clarity, conciseness, and vocabulary. You can also use Microsoft Editor to check the similarity of your document.
- GrammarlyGrammarly is is an AI-driven proof-reading tool that can check your spelling and grammar and make suggestions to improve your document around correctness, clarity, engagement, and delivery.
Referencing and plagiarism guides
- Short guide to the Australian Guide to Legal Citation 4th editionThe Library has produced a short guide to the 4th edition of the Australian Guide to Legal Citation.
- Australian Guide to Legal Citation — 4th ed (PDF, 2.3MB)The fourth edition of the AGLC is the official referencing style used by the TC Beirne School of Law.
- Avoiding plagiarismThis document provides information about plagiarism and how to avoid it.
- A Guide to Written Style in Assignments (PDF, 177KM)Short guide to written style published by the TC Beirne School of Law
- Avoiding plagiarismFind out what is plagiarism and how to avoid it in your assignments.
Training
Check out some of the Library workshops on Microsoft Word or login to LinkedIn Learning for online courses.
Useful links
- Coursework SupportThe School of Law has put together some resources on legal writing.
- Assignment writingStudent Services offers some useful guides on academic writing.