Mechanics and Usage

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Correct usage and grammar

Correct punctuation

Correct spelling

Complete sentences

Agreement (clear use of reference, subject/verb)

Content

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Clear, focused, and challenging thesis

Thoroughly developed topic

Specific examples to support a thesis

Evidence of a clear purpose that controls the paper

Agreement (clear use of reference, subject/verb)

Content that exhibits application of information

Content that exhibits integration of prior knowledge and information acquired through research

Form/Style

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Highly engaging introduction and thoughtful, clear conclusion

Clearly organized ideas

Consistently strong and varied sentence structure and thorough paragraph development

Sophisticated and vivid language appropriate to topic

Information Literacy

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Evidence of thorough search (sources represent variety and types)

Documentation that exhibits correct MLA form

Research information going beyond surface information

Evidence of sorting and selecting

1 - Highly Competent

2 - Competent

3 - Developing