Argument Writing Paper 03

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeINTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH1. Provides a hook, relevant background and a 1-sentence thesis. 2. The introductory paragraph has cohesion and all the sentences flow well together.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSUPPORTING PARAGRAPHS1. Supporting paragraphs all have 1 clear argument that supports the author’s position on their topic. 2. Supporting paragraphs have at least two pieces of evidence that support the paragraph’s argument. 3. Evidence has an in-text citation 4. Supporting paragraph has a TeEA structure. 5. There is a counterargument and a rebuttal.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCONCLUDING PARAGRAPH1. Concluding paragraph restates the paper’s thesis using different phrasing from introductory paragraph. 2. Concluding paragraph restates the supporting arguments of the paper. 3. Concluding paragraph has at least a 3-sentence implication.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGRAMMAR AND SENTENCE STRUCTURE1. Are there are larger grammatical or sentence structure problems you notice being repeated by the author?

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePAPER GUIDELINES1. Is the paper close to the word limit (1500 words)? 2. Does the paper have a correctly formatted title page? 3. Does the paper have a correctly formatted APA reference page? 4. Does the paper have at least 5 references in the reference page?

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLOGIC1. Do all the paper’s arguments support the thesis? 2. Are the paper’s arguments fully developed and explained? 3. Does the paper have general cohesion? Do the ideas and order of ideas flow together well?

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGENERAL COMMENTSPlease write any comments you have that don’t fit into a specific category. This is also a good place to provide any general praise with the writing.