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INTRODUCTION
Background/History
Define the Problem
Thesis
Statement
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Well-developed
introduction engages the reader and creates interest. Contains detailed
background information and a clear explanation of the problem. Thesis
clearly states a significant and compelling position.
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Introduction creates interest and contains
background information. Thesis clearly states the problem. |
Introduction adequately explains the background of the
problem, but may lack detail. Thesis states the problem. |
Background details are a random
collection of information, unclear, or not related to the topic. Thesis and/or problem is vague or
unclear. |
Locate
and mark or underline these three items in the introductory paragraph:
- background information
- an explanation of the
controversy
- a clear thesis statement
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MAIN POINTS
Body Paragraphs
Refutation
Conclusion |
Well developed
main points directly related to the thesis. Supporting examples are
concrete and detailed. Refutation acknowledges opposing view logically
and clearly. Conclusion effectively wraps up and goes beyond
restating the thesis. Commentary is logical, and well thought out. |
Three or more main points are
related to the thesis, but one may lack details. Refutation
paragraph acknowledges the opposing view and summarizes
points. Conclusion effectively summarizes topics. Commentary
is present. |
Three or more main
points are present, |
Less than three main points,
and/or poor
development of ideas. Refutation missing or vague.
Conclusion does not summarize main points. Commentary is not present. |
Locate these items:
- refutation paragraph -
acknowledges and summarizes the opposing view
- body paragraphs (3) - each
begins with a topic sentence and contains detailed supporting
information
- conclusion summarizes the
paper's main points
- suggestions for change are
included in conclusion
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ORGANIZATION
Structure
Transitions |
Logical
progression of ideas with a clear structure that enhances the
thesis. Transitions are mature and graceful. |
Logical
progression of ideas. Transitions are present equally throughout
essay. |
Organization is
clear. Transitions are present. |
No discernable
organization. Transitions are not present. |
- What is the organizational
pattern? Is it clear?
- Can you circle at least one
or two transitions in every paragraph?
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MECHANICS
AND STYLE
Sentence flow, variety
Diction
Spelling, punctuation, capitalization |
Writing is
smooth, skillful, coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive
with varied structure. Diction is consistent and words well
chosen. Punctuation, spelling, capitalization are correct.
No errors. |
Writing is
clear and sentences have varied structure. Diction is
consistent. Punctuation, spelling, capitalization are generally
correct, with few errors. (1-2) |
Writing is
clear, but sentences may lack variety. Diction is appropriate. A
few errors in punctuation, spelling, capitalization. (3-4) |
Writing is
confusing, hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on
sentences. Inappropriate diction. Distracting errors in punctuation,
spelling, capitalization. |
| Comment on the sentence structure,
punctuation and capitalization
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SOURCES
Use of sources
Format
Relevant/reliable
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Sources are
smoothly and logically integrated into the text, and clearly explain the
ideas. Accurate format. Sources are relevant and reliable. |
Sources are
integrated into the text, and accurately documented using correct
format. Sources are relevant and reliable. |
Source material
is used. Sources are accurately documented, may contain a few
minor errors in format. |
Lacks sources and/or sources are not
accurately documented. Format is incorrect for all sources. |
| Locate these items:
Comments:
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| Overall,
what is good about the essay?
What needs
more work?
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