ENG 101: Grading Rubric for Formal Essay #1

ENG 101: Grading Rubric for Formal Essay #1 *Any plagiarism will result in an automatic 0/100=F grade on the essay and forgetting to attach the Works Cited will result in a 0 as well. • • • • • Thesis/Requirements, guidelines fulfilled of the assignment=___/25 o Thesis fully addresses the prompt and states a clear point of view about the topic, meaning it could be argued from another perspective and is underlined or highlighted in the introductory paragraph. o Required sources: Alexander and Coates selections from Ch. 1 from the textbook (RRA) and an optional outside credible source from the LACC database ONLY. o Required page length (4 full to 5 pgs. before the WC page) and a creative title o 3rd person point of view only—no 2nd person or 1st person. o Essay/Works Cited page is in correct 9th ed. MLA manuscript format—margins, font style (Times New Roman or Arial), double-spacing, name, creative title, and header Organization and Structure of the essay=____/25 o Clear introductory paragraph with background & development on the topic, leading up to the thesis which connects to the prompt. o Clear topic sentences for each paragraph, relating back to the thesis, answering the prompt. o Each paragraph has a main idea, supporting the thesis—all connects and answers the prompt. Paragraphs are not too long. o At least one opposing viewpoint and a rebuttal to it (transitional words and phrases used) o Clear beginning, middle and an end—nothing new is in the conclusion. Examples/Evidence and credibility of sources=____/25 o Strong examples (shows—doesn’t just tell) o Quotes/paraphrases used when needed and put into context ▪ Sandwich quotes between your ideas. o If outside sources used: credible & reliable research from the LACC databases. o Argument is sound and reasonable, strong critical thinking is evident o Attention to audience (classmates, instructor, anyone outside the class knowledgeable on subject) Grammar/Mechanics/Language and MLA citations=____/25 o Strong proofreading/revision ▪ Correct grammar, spelling, mechanics, and punctuation, avoid typos o MLA citations match up, all borrowed info and quotes properly cited o Correct format of quotes and signal phrases used o Avoids plagiarism (will result in 0/F grade for the whole essay). FINAL GRADE= ____/100