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Learner writes an
introduction that includes a hook, introduces the subject,
provides background information and transitions into
an approved thesis.
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Learner writes an introduction,
but it is missing two or more of the criteria.
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Learner writes an introduction
but it is missing one of the criteria. It may lack organization,
clarity, or an approved thesis.
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Learner writes an introduction
that includes a hook, introduces the subject, provides
background information and transitions into an approved
thesis.
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Learner writes an effective
and engaging introduction that includes a hook, introduces
the subject, provides background information and transitions
into an approved thesis.
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Learner uses proper
paragraph structure, including strong topic sentences,
transitions, varying supports, and analysis of the supports.
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Learner does not use
proper paragraph structure. Paragraphs are disorganized
and lack supports and/or analysis.
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Learner mostly uses
proper paragraph structure, but one or more paragraphs
is missing key criteria such as strong topic sentences,
transitions, varying supports, and analysis of the supports.
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Learner uses proper
paragraph structure, including strong topic sentences,
transitions, varying supports, and analysis of the supports.
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Learner not only uses
proper paragraph structure, including strong topic sentences,
transitions, varying supports, and analysis of the supports,
but paragraphs are exemplary.
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Learner varies sentence
structure, uses good grammar and mechanics, and employs
strong word choice.
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Learner does not vary
sentence structure. Most sentences are simple or compound.
In addition, grammar, mechanics, and word choice impede
understanding.
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Learner demonstrates
understanding of utilizing varied sentence structure,
but he or she needs work on improving all criteria.
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Learner varies sentence
structure, uses good grammar and mechanics, and employs
strong word choice.
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Learner varies sentence
structure effectively, demonstrating mastery of grammar
and mechanics and employs strong and engaging word choice.
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Learner uses MLA
format correctly, including title, name and numbering,
font, spacing, margins, internal citations and works
cited. There are few mistakes.
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Learner may demonstrate
some understanding of MLA, but there are serious mistakes
throughout the essay.
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Learner demonstrates
understanding of MLA format and stated criteria, but
there are several mistakes throughout the essay.
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Learner uses MLA format
correctly, including title, name and numbering, font,
spacing, margins, internal citations and works cited.
There are few mistakes.
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Learner demonstrates
mastery of MLA format. There are virtually no mistakes
in the essay.
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Learner writes a
conclusion that stresses the importance of the thesis
statement, gives the essay a sense of completeness,
and leaves a final impression on the reader.
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Learner writes a limited
conclusion that does not meet the stated criteria.
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Learner writes a conclusion,
but it is missing some of the criteria.
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Learner writes a conclusion
that stresses the importance of the thesis statement,
gives the essay a sense of completeness, and leaves
a final impression on the reader.
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Learner writes an outstanding
conclusion utilizing creativity and insight that stresses
the importance of the thesis statement, gives the essay
a sense of completeness, and leaves a final impression
on the reader.
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