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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMeet Deadlineturn in the assignment by the due date in a readable file format (e.g. Word or PDF)
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5.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePage Requirement
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| 5.0 pts
Yes
meet the minimum page requirement. Note: Incomplete pages do not count as whole pages (e.g. 2 ½ pages do not equal to 3 pages)
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3.0 pts
Somewhat
within 1/2 page
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0.0 pts
No
outside range by over ½ page
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5.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction and Conclusion
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| 5.0 pts
Yes
include introductory and concluding paragraphs that accomplish appropriate narrative purposes, sufficiently introducing the topic and logically guiding the reader toward the thesis and concluding the essay by restating main idea and ending on so “So what? / Who cares?” question
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3.0 pts
Somewhat
underdeveloped introduction or conclusion
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0.0 pts
No
ineffective or missing introduction or conclusion
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5.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThesis
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| 5.0 pts
Yes
include a focused, debatable, and specific thesis statement that addresses the underlined sentence in the prompt
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3.0 pts
Somewhat
thesis implied
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0.0 pts
No
no clear thesis or thesis doesn’t show a response
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5.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStructure
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| 5.0 pts
Yes
include developed body paragraphs using textual evidence and explanation that provide sufficient support for your thesis statement; analysis is reasonable and credibly developed
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3.0 pts
Somewhat
analysis simplistic, repetitive, or underdeveloped; examples and details ill-chosen or confusing
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0.0 pts
No
body paragraphs are not developed enough to show support for the thesis
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5.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClear Writing
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| 5.0 pts
Yes
present a clear argument. This includes clearly articulating your points throughout the essay. Note: Awkward syntax and incorrect grammar can impede the clarity of your ideas
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3.0 pts
Somewhat
pockets of clarity due to difficulties with syntax/diction/grammar
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0.0 pts
No
grammatical/syntactical errors very distracting and argument as a whole is difficult to follow
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5.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAssignment Objective
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| 10.0 pts
Yes
meet the essay’s objective by addressing the underlined section of the essay option and sufficiently addressing all of the points outlined in that essay option; structure is clear and logical
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5.0 pts
Somewhat
argument insufficiently addressed in areas; structure and logic unravel with no clear connections between points
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0.0 pts
No
argument doesn’t follow what is being asked on the prompt; ideas in random order that makes it difficult to follow the argument/logic
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10.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSources
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| 5.0 pts
Yes
incorporate the required type and number of sources from our textbook based on the prompt’s directions
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3.0 pts
Somewhat
used at least half of the sources required
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0.0 pts
No
little to no sources used
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5.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMLA Citation and Formatting
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| 5.0 pts
Yes
include proper MLA formatting and citation guidelines. This includes choosing appropriate quotes, integrating them correctly and effectively, and properly formatting works cited entries on a works cited page
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3.0 pts
Somewhat
minor formatting or citation errors: quotes dropped in or not adequately followed up to show support; works cited page has some errors, such as punctuation, titles not in quotes or italicized (based on the type of source), and not listing sources alphabetically
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0.0 pts
No
major formatting and citation errors present: quotes missing around passages cited from texts, parenthetical citation missing, quotes dropped in without parenthetical to show author’s name, works cited page not cited properly, such as information missing from citation
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5.0 pts
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Total Points: 50.0
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