Problem Formulation
1. Does the essay have a thesis statement that includes a the theme adolescence and self-identity & social location? YES NO
2. If yes, highlight it in pink.
3. Does each paragraph have a topic sentence that describes what each paragraph will discuss? (HINT: It should be in the first paragraph.) YES NO
4. Highlight them in pink.
5. Does each topic sentence express a clear, relevant, interesting statement about that paragraph? YES NO
6. What do you suggest the writer add or take away to make the ideas more clear?
Interpretation
1. Does each of the paragraphs have specific & accurate facts, details, & examples that connect to the thesis? YES SORT OF NO
2. Highlight them in green.
3. Does the writer’s explanation of the details make you think about adolescence and π location in a new way? YES SORT OF NO
4. Does the writer use proper MLA citation for direct quotes or paraphrasing? YES SORT OF NO
5. Where does the evidence come from?
Communication
1. Does each of paragraph explain how the ideas connect to the thesis and other ideas?
YES SORT OF NO
2. Highlight the explanation in blue.
3. Does the essay have a clear introduction paragraph? Put an “I” next to it.
4. Does the essay have a clear conclusion paragraph? Put a “C” next to it.
5. Are the paragraphs in a logical order that makes sense and build on one another to create an enlightening argument? YES SORT OF NO
6. What could the writer add or take away to make the essay more organized and the ideas clearer?
PRECISION
1. Does the writer use correct grammar, punctuation, conventions, language? YES NO
2. Are there major spelling errors? YES NO
3. Does the writer follow Standard Written English with no text speak or abbreviations?
YES SORT OF NO
Gone Fishin’
1. Does the writer start her essay with an interesting, provocative hook?
YES SORT OF NO
2. Highlight the hook in yellow.
3. What kind of hook is it? A provocative question A fact or statistic A personal anectdote (story) A historical or current event
4. What is interesting or intriguing for you about this hook?
