Now that you have outlined your paper, it is time to start your rough draft. A rough draft should expand on the ideas you included in your outline, and should include introduction and conclusion parag

Content

50 Percent

Points Earned

X/7.5

• The paper begins with an introduction paragraph to provide context for the topic. The introduction includes a thesis statement that presents the main claim for the argument, to be elaborated on in the body paragraphs.

• Each body paragraph integrates research to provide support for the main idea, and transitions to the next idea.

• The paper ends with a conclusion paragraph that summarizes the main ideas of the paper.

• The paper represents original work and correctly incorporates quotations and paraphrases from outside sources to inform the writing.

Comments:

Organization and Development

30 Percent

Points Earned

X/4.5

• The paper is 700 to 1,050 words in length.

• The tone aligns with the assignment’s purpose, to include being written in third person, and is geared toward the appropriate audience.

• The writing style is academic in nature.

• The paper is clear, is organized in a logical manner, addresses the main points, and demonstrates transition from one idea to the next.

• The references used for support are scholarly and relevant to the topic.

Comments:

Mechanics and Format

20 Percent

Points Earned

X/3

• The proper template is used for the assignment.

• Rules of grammar and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.

• Attempts at in-text citations have been added to paraphrases and direct quotes.

• Attempts at the correct APA formatting for the title page, reference page, spacing, and font have been made.

• References include the correct elements and attempts at correct APA formatting have been made.

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Additional Comments:

Total Earned

X/15