500-word evaluation argument in MLA format

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EVALUATION ARGUMENT RUBRIC

EVALUATION ARGUMENT RUBRIC

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFOCUS

Do you establish a clear evaluation argument in the introductory paragraph? The thesis statement or central idea of the essay should be narrowed and specific so that the claim can be thoroughly developed in the essay; in addition, the thesis should be underlined. No matter which topic you choose, you should identify clear criteria as the basis of your argument.

20.0 pts

Full Marks

0.0 pts

No Marks

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeORGANIZATION

The examples and ideas developed in the essay should relate directly to the thesis so that the essay does not stray from the central idea. The writer should maintain focus and control of argument so that the point of each paragraph is always clear. The essay should flow from one idea to the next through the use of strong topic sentences, transitions between paragraphs and ideas, and repetition of key ideas, phrases, or images throughout the entire essay.

20.0 pts

Full Marks

0.0 pts

No Marks

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSTYLE

Writing is academic in tone, demonstrating a clear sense of purpose and audience; writer's voice is evident -- confident and sophisticated. Vocabulary and phrasing are academically appropriate, persuasive, and sophisticated.

20.0 pts

Full Marks

0.0 pts

No Marks

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDEVELOPMENT

The body of the essay, should fully and completely develop the thesis of the essay and relate to the AUDIENCE and PURPOSE. Each claim should be supported by clear evidence.

20.0 pts

Full Marks

0.0 pts

No Marks

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMECHANICS AND PRESENTATION

The essay should display evidence of the writing/revision process. The essay should include a variety of sentences marked by varying opening words and structure; also, it should use effective syntax and grammar, demonstrate a mastery of writing conventions, and serve the author’s purpose. Finally, the essay should meet the word count requirement, using appropriate font and margin sizes.

20.0 pts

Full Marks

0.0 pts

No Marks

20.0 pts

Total Points: 100.0

EVALUATION ARGUMENT RUBRIC

EVALUATION ARGUMENT RUBRIC

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This

criterion

is

linked

to

a

Learning

Outcome

FOCUS

Do you establish a clear evaluation argument in the

introductory paragraph? The thesis statement or central

idea of the essay should be narrowed and specific so that

the claim can be thoroughly developed in the essay; in

addition, the thesis should be unde

rlined. No matter which

topic you choose, you should identify clear criteria as the

basis of your argument.

20.0

pts

Full

Marks

0.0

pts

No

Marks

20.0

pts

This

criterion

is

linked

to

a

Learning

Outcome

ORGANIZATION

The examples and ideas developed in the essay should

relate directly to the thesis so that the essay does not

stray from the central idea. The writer should maintain

focus and control of argument so that the point of each

paragraph is always clear. The ess

ay should flow from

one idea to the next through the use of strong topic

sentences, transitions between paragraphs and ideas,

20.0

pts

Full

Marks

0.0

pts

No

Marks

20.0

pts

EVALUATION ARGUMENT RUBRIC

EVALUATION ARGUMENT RUBRIC

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFOCUS

Do you establish a clear evaluation argument in the

introductory paragraph? The thesis statement or central

idea of the essay should be narrowed and specific so that

the claim can be thoroughly developed in the essay; in

addition, the thesis should be underlined. No matter which

topic you choose, you should identify clear criteria as the

basis of your argument.

20.0 pts

Full

Marks

0.0 pts

No

Marks

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning

OutcomeORGANIZATION

The examples and ideas developed in the essay should

relate directly to the thesis so that the essay does not

stray from the central idea. The writer should maintain

focus and control of argument so that the point of each

paragraph is always clear. The essay should flow from

one idea to the next through the use of strong topic

sentences, transitions between paragraphs and ideas,

20.0 pts

Full

Marks

0.0 pts

No

Marks

20.0 pts