minimum wage policy is effective means of increasing economic activity and reducing income

Max. Score

Pts Earned

Introduction

· Begins with an engaging opening line to interest the reader (1).

· Provides relevant background / definitions (2).

· States the purpose / relevance of the paper (1).

· Includes a clear thesis statement which presents the topic of the paper (2).

6

Main Body

· The arguments provide support for the thesis statement (2).

· There is a link between each topic sentence and the thesis statement (1).

· There is specific and detailed evidence / explanation in each body paragraph, using data, relevant examples etc (3).

· The structure of each paragraph is logical (2).

· The order of the arguments overall is logical (2).

10

Conclusion

· Summarises the paper and includes a well-reasoned, evidence-based answer to the question (4).

· Acknowledges limitations and discusses potential for future research (1).

5

Format and Referencing

· Uses in-text citations correctly (1).

· Includes a mostly accurate end-text reference list (1).

· Uses correct APA formatting throughout (1).

3

Language

· The register is appropriate for academic writing (1).

· Demonstrates grammatical and lexical control and does not make errors which cause misunderstanding (3).

· Uses a variety of cohesive devices to aid coherence (1).

· Uses appropriate reporting verbs when referencing (1).

6

Total Score

30

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