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15 points

Instructions for Essay

Beginning 0-5 pts	Developing 6-9 pts	Accomplished 10-13 pts.	Exemplary 14-15 pts
Overuse of “the” Contains awkward phrases or sentences. Essay contains 3+ typing, spelling, grammar or syntax errors. Use of excessive fillers, eg. use of verbatim quotes and phrases from article. Too chatty and informal Erroneous use of synonyms, homonyms, etc. Document not proofread accurately. Overall poor organization.	Thesis statement(s) unclear or missing. Integrates concepts from other sources ie. class, lectures, etc. Ideas are logically presented Occasional limited or faulty word choice. Sentences either too simple or convoluted. Essay restates the obvious or contains numerous verbatim quotes from the source article. Weak argument(s).	Relevant concepts are well integrated, with a logical ordering of ideas. Consistent use of rational and well-supported argument. Contains examples from ones own experience to illustrate points. Essay goes beyond basic descriptions and generalities. Sentence structure is clear throughout. Arguments are convincing.	Thesis and arguments are thought-provoking - exceptional. Writing is sophisticated, contains verbal nuance, evidence of self-reflection and thoughtful analysis. Contains 0-1 grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, typing and syntax error.
The project assignment is an 800-850 word essay opinion/reaction to Major in Success, by Patrick Combs. Your submissions must be typed, using 11 or 12 point font with one-inch margins, left, right, bottom, top. The top left portion of your paper should contain the following information and be formatted as follows: FIRST NAME LAST NAME PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES - SECTION # DATE – MM/DD/YYYY INSTRUCTOR: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX