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Assignment 10: Critical Essay Final Draft
**Critical Essay Final Draft (Step 6 of 6 for your Critical Essay assignment)**
You have followed the writing process, completed the rough draft, used your instructor’s feedback, read the lectures, and finished the final proofreading. Now it is time to submit the final copy.
**No new template this week. Continue to use the same document from last time.**
Make sure you have every piece:
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| **The Introduction:** | Using the knowledge you have gained through working with the two provided sources and the discussion on why your topic is important, introduce the topic to your readers. Provide your readers with background information and importance and end the paragraph with a thesis/purpose statement that gives the paper’s focus. |
| **Body Paragraphs 1 and 2 (Summary):** | Two paragraphs that summarize the provided sources. Does each start by identifying the source’s author, give the year of publication in parentheses, and then the main point? Does each include the important supporting points from the beginning, middle, and end of your source? Is each one free of your opinions, as well as first- and second- person pronouns (“I,” “me,” “my,” “mine,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “ours,” “you,” and “yours”). |
| **Body Paragraph 3 (Reflection/Synthesis):** | Include a paragraph that synthesizes the points made by your two sources with your experience. Do you briefly tell the reader your synthesized understanding of both of your sources? Do you connect that with your experience in enough detail that the reader understands the connection? <br>Does its point sentence (Remember PIE writing?) follow this structure: <br><Author 1> (Year) and <Author 2> (Year) verb (claim, suggest, imply, argue, or similarly strong verb) <your synthesis of their articles>. My experiences match up with/do not match up with their noun (claim, suggestion, implication, argument, or similar noun) because <reasoning based on your experience>. |
| **The Conclusion:** | The final paragraph will tell your readers what they should take away from your essay. This paragraph will illustrate the significance of the issue, showing your readers why this topic matters. End with a call to action. In other words, does it end by telling the reader what you recommend. |
| **Format:** | Your template has provided the proper APA format, and hopefully in Assignment 9 – Critical Essay Rough Draft, you have already provided the correct information for both the title and references pages. However, if you have not done so, you can do that here in your final draft. <br>Check that your Critical Essay is formatted properly using APA (hint: use the provided template in Canvas). This includes: <br>· A title page has all the information needed. <br>· APA Formatting is correct (double-spaced, Times New Roman 12-point font, indented paragraphs, page numbers). <br>· Your References page listing full references for your two provided sources (in alphabetical order, double-spaced, with a hanging indent on the second and each additional line of each source). |
Before you submit, carefully look back over the guidelines and rubric.
When you are positive you have met each requirement to the best of your abilities, upload your essay and submit.
Your instructor will be ready to read your essay!
**You may find it helpful to use** [**this checklist**](https://canvas.south.edu/courses/71399/files/17458489?wrap=1) [**Download this checklist**](https://canvas.south.edu/courses/71399/files/17458489/download?download_frd=1) **as you edit.**
**Consider taking advantage of the** [**Writing Lab resources**](https://canvas.south.edu/courses/39453) **and tutoringLinks to an external site.** **to support your writing growth and success.**
Rubric
**Assignment 10 Rubric**
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| Assignment 10 Rubric |
| **Criteria** | **Ratings** | **Pts** |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The first paragraph provides a compelling background about the importance of the topic.<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** The first paragraph provides compelling background and importance; however, one or more of these elements may be limited or superficial.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** The first paragraph is an adequate introduction, but it lacks necessary components to establish importance and/or provide background.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** The first paragraph has serious omissions or issues of relevance and may not provide an adequate introduction.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** The first paragraph raises serious concerns about accuracy and completeness, or no attempt was made at an introduction. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePurpose Statement/Thesis | **10 to >8.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The last line of the introduction provides a clear, direct statement that conveys the paper's purpose.<br> <br>**8 to >6.0 ptsMeets some expectations** The last line of the introduction conveys the paper's purpose, but it is not clear or does not fit the paper content completely.<br> <br>**6 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** The last line is not a thesis or purpose statement, or the thesis or purpose statement is missing or misplaced. | 10 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary Paragraphs | **30 to >27.0 ptsMeets all expectations** Summaries are accurate and objective. Each begins by identifying the author and main point. Supporting points follow in logical order with detail.<br> <br>**27 to >24.0 ptsMeets most expectations** Summaries are accurate and objective. However, they miss some key elements. These omissions, though, do not significantly interfere with the meaning or purpose of the summaries.<br> <br>**24 to >21.0 ptsMeets some expectations** Summaries are not always accurate and objective. They miss some major elements that hamper usefulness.<br> <br>**21 to >18.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** Summaries have serious problems with bias and lack important elements.<br> <br>**18 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** The paragraphs are not developed, the content is very general, vague, disorganized, or difficult to follow. | 30 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSynthesis Paragraph | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The last body paragraph demonstrates analysis and synthesis. The paragraph connects the main ideas of the two sources clearly and powerfully with the student’s experiences. The paragraph also provides details that give readers a strong understanding of the topic and the writer’s connection to it<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** The paragraph is developed, but the information may be more generalized. While details are provided that give readers an understanding of the topic and the writer’s connection to it, they may not be fully developed or connected. Analysis and synthesis may be limited.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** The paragraph lacks some development, or the development tends to be superficial, rather than particular to the topic. Details and connections are limited and/or unclear. Analysis and synthesis are limited.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** The paragraph is off-topic or undeveloped. It may lack organization of the material and may not have details about the topic and/or the writer’s connection. Analysis and synthesis are not present.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** The paragraph is not developed, the content is very sparse or general, or details about the topic and the writer’s connection are absent. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The paper’s final paragraph clearly points out the main concepts learned from the paper and the topic’s importance. It closes with a recommendation or a call to action.<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** The paper’s final paragraph lacks some major elements but still does a nice job of bringing the paper to clear and convincing end.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** The paper’s final paragraph lacks major elements or seems unsupported by the content of the paper or is not aligned with the purpose statement.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** The paper’s final paragraph lacks many major elements or seems not justified by the content of the paper or is not aligned with the purpose statement.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** A conclusion is missing or what is presented as a concluding paragraph does not meet requirements of a conclusion. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFlow and Mechanics | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The writing flows, and the reader is not interrupted by errors in grammar, spelling, or sentence structure.<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** Errors are present but would not interrupt most readers.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** Errors are present that interrupt the reader.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** Errors are present that annoy the reader.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** Errors are present that could confuse the reader and/or make the reader decide not to read the paper. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA | **10 to >9.0 ptsMeets all or most expectations** APA format is used for paper formatting (title page, body of essay, references page) with no errors. In-text citations and reference page entries contain no errors.<br> <br>**9 to >8.0 ptsMeets most expectations** APA format is used for paper formatting (title page, body of essay, references page) with minimal errors. In-text citations and end reference contain minimal errors.<br> <br>**8 to >6.0 ptsMeets some expectations** APA format is used for paper formatting (title page, body of essay, references page) with some errors. In-text citations and end references contain some errors.<br> <br>**6 to >4.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** APA format is attempted for paper formatting (title page, body of essay, references page); however, multiple errors are present. In-text citations and end reference contain several errors.<br> <br>**4 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** Paper is not formatted in APA format; in-text citations and end references have not been included. | 10 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Process | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** Student has taken feedback from all process work and applied it throughout the entire writing process. Thoughtful revision is demonstrated, which positively impacts the effectiveness of the final essay.<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** Student has taken feedback from most process work and applied it within the writing process. Change is demonstrated, which positively impacts the final essay. Minor additional revisions could have been considered for an even stronger final essay.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** Student has taken feedback from some process work and applied it within the writing process. Change is minimal but is apparent. Additional revisions could have been considered for a stronger final essay.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** Student has taken only minimal feedback from process work and applied it minimally within the writing process. Change may not easily be identified. Additional revisions should have been considered for a stronger final essay.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsLittle to no attempt apparent** No attempt at using the writing process has been identified. | 20 pts |
Total Points: 150
FEEDBACK FROM DRAFT:
Well done! This Critical Essay Rough Draft is off to a great start!
Successes include
· a clear and appropriate introduction
· well-developed summaries
· a clear and developed third body paragraph
· a clear and developed conclusion
Opportunities for improvement include
· fixing formatting errors on the References page
Keep up the great effort!
**## Assignment10.docx**
Assignment 10: Critical Essay Final Draft
**Critical Essay Final Draft (Step 6 of 6 for your Critical Essay assignment)**
You have followed the writing process, completed the rough draft, used your instructor’s feedback, read the lectures, and finished the final proofreading. Now it is time to submit the final copy.
**No new template this week. Continue to use the same document from last time.**
Make sure you have every piece:
| | |
| — | — |
| **The Introduction:** | Using the knowledge you have gained through working with the two provided sources and the discussion on why your topic is important, introduce the topic to your readers. Provide your readers with background information and importance and end the paragraph with a thesis/purpose statement that gives the paper’s focus. |
| **Body Paragraphs 1 and 2 (Summary):** | Two paragraphs that summarize the provided sources. Does each start by identifying the source’s author, give the year of publication in parentheses, and then the main point? Does each include the important supporting points from the beginning, middle, and end of your source? Is each one free of your opinions, as well as first- and second- person pronouns (“I,” “me,” “my,” “mine,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “ours,” “you,” and “yours”). |
| **Body Paragraph 3 (Reflection/Synthesis):** | Include a paragraph that synthesizes the points made by your two sources with your experience. Do you briefly tell the reader your synthesized understanding of both of your sources? Do you connect that with your experience in enough detail that the reader understands the connection? <br>Does its point sentence (Remember PIE writing?) follow this structure: <br><Author 1> (Year) and <Author 2> (Year) verb (claim, suggest, imply, argue, or similarly strong verb) <your synthesis of their articles>. My experiences match up with/do not match up with their noun (claim, suggestion, implication, argument, or similar noun) because <reasoning based on your experience>. |
| **The Conclusion:** | The final paragraph will tell your readers what they should take away from your essay. This paragraph will illustrate the significance of the issue, showing your readers why this topic matters. End with a call to action. In other words, does it end by telling the reader what you recommend. |
| **Format:** | Your template has provided the proper APA format, and hopefully in Assignment 9 – Critical Essay Rough Draft, you have already provided the correct information for both the title and references pages. However, if you have not done so, you can do that here in your final draft. <br>Check that your Critical Essay is formatted properly using APA (hint: use the provided template in Canvas). This includes: <br>· A title page has all the information needed. <br>· APA Formatting is correct (double-spaced, Times New Roman 12-point font, indented paragraphs, page numbers). <br>· Your References page listing full references for your two provided sources (in alphabetical order, double-spaced, with a hanging indent on the second and each additional line of each source). |
Before you submit, carefully look back over the guidelines and rubric.
When you are positive you have met each requirement to the best of your abilities, upload your essay and submit.
Your instructor will be ready to read your essay!
**You may find it helpful to use** [**this checklist**](https://canvas.south.edu/courses/71399/files/17458489?wrap=1) [**Download this checklist**](https://canvas.south.edu/courses/71399/files/17458489/download?download_frd=1) **as you edit.**
**Consider taking advantage of the** [**Writing Lab resources**](https://canvas.south.edu/courses/39453) **and tutoringLinks to an external site.** **to support your writing growth and success.**
Rubric
**Assignment 10 Rubric**
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| — | — | — |
| Assignment 10 Rubric |
| **Criteria** | **Ratings** | **Pts** |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The first paragraph provides a compelling background about the importance of the topic.<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** The first paragraph provides compelling background and importance; however, one or more of these elements may be limited or superficial.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** The first paragraph is an adequate introduction, but it lacks necessary components to establish importance and/or provide background.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** The first paragraph has serious omissions or issues of relevance and may not provide an adequate introduction.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** The first paragraph raises serious concerns about accuracy and completeness, or no attempt was made at an introduction. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePurpose Statement/Thesis | **10 to >8.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The last line of the introduction provides a clear, direct statement that conveys the paper's purpose.<br> <br>**8 to >6.0 ptsMeets some expectations** The last line of the introduction conveys the paper's purpose, but it is not clear or does not fit the paper content completely.<br> <br>**6 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** The last line is not a thesis or purpose statement, or the thesis or purpose statement is missing or misplaced. | 10 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary Paragraphs | **30 to >27.0 ptsMeets all expectations** Summaries are accurate and objective. Each begins by identifying the author and main point. Supporting points follow in logical order with detail.<br> <br>**27 to >24.0 ptsMeets most expectations** Summaries are accurate and objective. However, they miss some key elements. These omissions, though, do not significantly interfere with the meaning or purpose of the summaries.<br> <br>**24 to >21.0 ptsMeets some expectations** Summaries are not always accurate and objective. They miss some major elements that hamper usefulness.<br> <br>**21 to >18.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** Summaries have serious problems with bias and lack important elements.<br> <br>**18 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** The paragraphs are not developed, the content is very general, vague, disorganized, or difficult to follow. | 30 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSynthesis Paragraph | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The last body paragraph demonstrates analysis and synthesis. The paragraph connects the main ideas of the two sources clearly and powerfully with the student’s experiences. The paragraph also provides details that give readers a strong understanding of the topic and the writer’s connection to it<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** The paragraph is developed, but the information may be more generalized. While details are provided that give readers an understanding of the topic and the writer’s connection to it, they may not be fully developed or connected. Analysis and synthesis may be limited.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** The paragraph lacks some development, or the development tends to be superficial, rather than particular to the topic. Details and connections are limited and/or unclear. Analysis and synthesis are limited.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** The paragraph is off-topic or undeveloped. It may lack organization of the material and may not have details about the topic and/or the writer’s connection. Analysis and synthesis are not present.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** The paragraph is not developed, the content is very sparse or general, or details about the topic and the writer’s connection are absent. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The paper’s final paragraph clearly points out the main concepts learned from the paper and the topic’s importance. It closes with a recommendation or a call to action.<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** The paper’s final paragraph lacks some major elements but still does a nice job of bringing the paper to clear and convincing end.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** The paper’s final paragraph lacks major elements or seems unsupported by the content of the paper or is not aligned with the purpose statement.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** The paper’s final paragraph lacks many major elements or seems not justified by the content of the paper or is not aligned with the purpose statement.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** A conclusion is missing or what is presented as a concluding paragraph does not meet requirements of a conclusion. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFlow and Mechanics | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** The writing flows, and the reader is not interrupted by errors in grammar, spelling, or sentence structure.<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** Errors are present but would not interrupt most readers.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** Errors are present that interrupt the reader.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** Errors are present that annoy the reader.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** Errors are present that could confuse the reader and/or make the reader decide not to read the paper. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA | **10 to >9.0 ptsMeets all or most expectations** APA format is used for paper formatting (title page, body of essay, references page) with no errors. In-text citations and reference page entries contain no errors.<br> <br>**9 to >8.0 ptsMeets most expectations** APA format is used for paper formatting (title page, body of essay, references page) with minimal errors. In-text citations and end reference contain minimal errors.<br> <br>**8 to >6.0 ptsMeets some expectations** APA format is used for paper formatting (title page, body of essay, references page) with some errors. In-text citations and end references contain some errors.<br> <br>**6 to >4.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** APA format is attempted for paper formatting (title page, body of essay, references page); however, multiple errors are present. In-text citations and end reference contain several errors.<br> <br>**4 to >0 ptsMeets few or none of the expectations** Paper is not formatted in APA format; in-text citations and end references have not been included. | 10 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Process | **20 to >18.0 ptsMeets all expectations** Student has taken feedback from all process work and applied it throughout the entire writing process. Thoughtful revision is demonstrated, which positively impacts the effectiveness of the final essay.<br> <br>**18 to >16.0 ptsMeets most expectations** Student has taken feedback from most process work and applied it within the writing process. Change is demonstrated, which positively impacts the final essay. Minor additional revisions could have been considered for an even stronger final essay.<br> <br>**16 to >14.0 ptsMeets some expectations** Student has taken feedback from some process work and applied it within the writing process. Change is minimal but is apparent. Additional revisions could have been considered for a stronger final essay.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsDoes not meet several expectations** Student has taken only minimal feedback from process work and applied it minimally within the writing process. Change may not easily be identified. Additional revisions should have been considered for a stronger final essay.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsLittle to no attempt apparent** No attempt at using the writing process has been identified. | 20 pts |
Total Points: 150
FEEDBACK FROM DRAFT:
Well done! This Critical Essay Rough Draft is off to a great start!
Successes include
· a clear and appropriate introduction
· well-developed summaries
· a clear and developed third body paragraph
· a clear and developed conclusion
Opportunities for improvement include
· fixing formatting errors on the References page
Keep up the great effort!