· CORRECT MLA FORMAT - 10 pts.
~ Correct header
~ Correct heading
~ Title is in correct placement, font
~ Double spaced
~ Correct margins
· Introduction - 15 pts.
~ Interesting/adequate opening; uses a definite strategy, provides any needed background
~ Thesis statement is:
clearly worded
focus for paper
forceful, deliberate, strategically placed
· Body Paragraphs - 25 pts.
~ support thesis statement
~ contain an implied or explicit topic sentence
~ fully developed with necessary details, examples, explanation, and development that is “real,” clear, concrete and specific [avoid hypothetical examples]
· Coherence & Unity - 25 pts.
~ information is in a logical, interesting order & sequence
~ no illogical OR unnecessary statements to distract
~ paper is fluent; flows with adequate transitions
~ ideas are easily followed
· Grammar & Mechanics - 15 pts.
~ At the LEAST, the essay has NO:
misspelled OR misused words
fragments OR comma splices OR run-on sentences
faulty tense shifts
pronoun/antecedent errors
vague pronoun references
· Conclusion - 10 pts.
~ intelligent, relevant, compliments the paper
~ leaves reader with positive impression of composition as a whole
In addition, an "A" paper contains exemplary language, correct usage, and keen insight. Though these traits are ideal, they are often the ones that separate a paper that is exceptional or outstanding from a paper that is merely very good.
Daily Writing #3 - Choose ONE:
Discuss your own background/experience with reading and writing and why you feel confident (or not) in your ability.
OR
Discuss the process of rubrics and peer reviews. What works, what doesn't. How could the process be improved?
For Thursday:
Essay #1 DUE
Reading Assignments (we will discuss these; your daily writing will be based on one of these on Thursday). These are ALL in the text; I have not checked online for these:
p. 411: "Why Chinese Mothers Are Superior"
p. 417: "I'm Your Teacher, Not Your Internet Service Provider"
p. 450: "College Pressures"
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