Peer review

Review Category Number

Review Category

Reviewer’s Comments

1

Format

Is the paper formatted properly according to MLA style guidelines? 

· Suggest what to fix, including headings, title, margins, font, page numbers, and last name header

2

Thesis

· Write down the thesis statement of the paper

· How can this sentence be improved to become more precise, detailed, or interesting?

· Is it argumentative or merely summary?

· Describe what makes it effective or suggest changes

3

Introduction

· Is the introductory paragraph interesting?

· What makes it effective?

· How can the author improve the introduction?

· Does it do enough to set the context of the story, mention the title of the work, author’s name, etc.?

· Does it prepare the reader for the thesis?

· If not, suggest improvements

4

Paragraph Development

· Does each paragraph have enough examples, reasoning, proofs, or explanation?

· Which body paragraphs need more development?

5

Use of Quotes and Outside Sources

· Does the writer user enough quotations? Too many?

· Where could the writer add or delete quotations? 

· Explain your suggestions

6

Overall Impressions – Essay’s Strengths

· What is the best part of the research paper?

· Why?

7

Overall Impressions – Essay’s Weaknesses

· What part of the research paper needs the most revision?

8

Grammar and Mechanics

· List any grammar, punctuation, mechanical, or syntax problems detected

· You don’t have to point out each error

· You can point to categories of errors like run-on sentences or improper comma usage

9

In a few sentences, please list any additional thoughts, comments or concerns about the essay.