Essay revision to meet specific criteria

This aligns with the 1009W used to evaluate your white paper. The list is not all-inclusive. Learners must review the rubric. Maximum effort is expected.

Introduction (Introductory Paragraph):

This paragraph should be written logically and introduces the reader to the paper. The more powerful the introduction, the more engaging the paper is. An “Exceeds” or “Far Exceeds”, the writer must state the problem or call for action. It must hook the reader in an inviting and dramatic fashion. If used, your call for action will be written at the end of the introductory paragraph; it will not be longer than two sentences. If your introduction is uninspiring and leaves the reader wondering why they are reading it, it may be marked as a “Did not Meet Standard” introduction. It may be used to link to other papers.

Structure/Organization:

Facilitators will evaluate you on how well your paper is structured and organized. Consideration for “Far Exceeds” in this area takes into account a strong introduction, relevant context, a well-defined problem, a discussion detailing the sources’ points of view, the writer’s position followed by their supporting sources, a solution to the problem, and a conclusion. Additionally, each section must link to other papers in a logical and meaningful sequence. The context is important and must be relevant to the topic. Failing to link the sections will result in a “Did Not Meet Standard”. The paper should be logically sequenced and talking points should be clearly identified using APA 7th Edition Level 1 Headers (bold and centered. Limit paragraphs to no more than 8 sentences and no less than 3. Avoid long or run-on sentences (25 words or more) as these detract from the overall readability of your paper.

Position:

Express your position clearly and ensure it is supported by your references and in-text citations. Consideration for “Far Exceeds” in this area takes into account the number and diversity of cited references (a minimum of five), which clearly support the argument; also, the proper use of direct quotations (no more than 3) which additionally support the argument and help provide an accurate and contextual summarized point of view.

Sources Point of View to Support Position:

The selected sources point of view is clearly understood, relevant, and provides strength to the point of view. Consideration for “Far Exceeds” in this area assesses the amount of detail provided; the writer must provide the maximum relevance, clarity, and unarguable strength.

Sources:

This area takes into account the amount and variety of sources used. At a minimum, there must be three sources used.

Solution:

A solution is not a conclusion. A solution is clear and detailed. Consideration for “Far Exceeds” in this area requires the writer to have a solution which reinforces the introduction and all major parts of the problem using historical references, and provides evidence that supports the solution. What is the solution to this problem? What examples are available where the problem, or similar problem, was solved?

Conclusion:

This area restates the writer’s position and sums up the main points. Consideration for “Far Exceeds” in this area requires the writer to concisely justify the evidence and reasoning. It may be used to link to other papers. New evidence or information will not be introduced in the conclusion section.

Develops/Collaboration:

Facilitators will assess this through observation via blackboard forums. Consideration for “Far Exceeds” in this area takes into account how the sections link to the overall paper and other sections. Is the link clear and concise? Does the structure and organization of the paper clearly demonstrate group collaboration? Are the sources used different from the other sections?

Grammar:

Spell check, grammar check, credible sources, and peer reviews are recommended to minimize the number of grammatical errors. Do not use contractions or first/second person unless directly quoting. Capitalization, fragments, run-ons, misused words, noun phrases, possessives, plurals, punctuation, questions, relative clauses, subject-verb agreement, verb phrases, spelling, and sentence structure will be used to evaluate this area. Writers must use oxford commas for this assignment. A “Far Exceeds” paper must be 100% error-free.

Style:

Writers will use APA 7th Edition. There is no abstract in this assignment. Only Level 1 Headers will be used in this paper. This paper will be 12-point, Times New Roman, and double-spaced throughout. These other factors will be considered: not applying to direct quotes, no sentences are to be identified by Microsoft Word proofing tool as cliché, colloquialism, jargon, contraction, fragment, hyphenated, compound, misused, possessive, plural, punctuation, relative clause, sentence length, sentence structure, And but sentences, successive nouns, prepositional phrases, unclear phrasing, use of first-person, verb phrases, wordiness, split infinitives. A “Far Exceeds” paper must be 100% error-free.

Passive Voice:

Avoid passive voice unless directly quoting. A “Far Exceeds” paper must not have any use of passive voice.

Directly Quoted Material:

The paper should not be entirely quoted material; however, paraphrasing and direct quoting are required to support your assertions. A “Far Exceeds” paper must not have more than 5% directly quoted material, it must not exceed more than three direct quotes but should at least have one.

Additional areas to evaluate which align with the 1009A are:

“Intellect/Critical Thinking and Problem Solving” and “Achieves/Life Long Learner”.