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Name:__________________________________________________________ Score = __________/25 = _________/100*portfolioSynthesis Essay Making ChoicesRUBRIC: 5Exceeds Expectations3Meets Expectations1Does Not Meet ExpectationsORGANIZATION: Writer included all components of the required paragraphs, as in the outline (intro, conclusion, body). Organization and thesis was seamless and clear. All tied back up to topic sentences and the thesis. The intro contains a thoughtful hook, Conclusion indicates a clear and thoughtful “So what”ORGANIZATION: Writer did best to include components of the required paragraphs. Sometimes the organization was a bit clunky but this is only because the writer was trying to meet the requirements. The intro attempts a thoughtful hook and conclusion indicates an attempt at a “So what”ORGANIZATION: Many required components of the paragraphs are missing. As a result, the writer’s thesis is not proved and the synthesis is not clear. The hook is not thoughtful nor original and the conclusion is a summary and no indication of “So what”WORD CHOICE/GRAMMAR: Words used are above a Freshman writing level. There are numerous instance of DICTION that give clues as to the writer’s opinion on this topic. No major grammar mistakes are detected nor impose on the contentWORD CHOICE/GRAMMAR: Words used are at a Freshman writing level. The writer makes good effort at trying to use DICTION and should continue to work on developing. Some grammatical mistakes are detected and impose on the content/meaningWORD CHOICE/GRAMMAR: Words used aren’t up to the expected level for a Freshman writing. There is no use of DICTION or it is too hard to tell. Many grammatical errors are detected and therefore the meaning is difficult to understand.MEAL’s on WEAL’s: Writer begins body paragraphs with a clear warrant, Evidence is clearly relevant to warrants/claims, links and connects to warrants/claims. Uses required sources and examples insightfully.MEAL’s on WEAL’s: Writer shows a solid understanding of how to Follow the MEAL/WEAL format. Has relevant evidence, a strong analysis but link is not clear. Uses some required sources and examples insightfully.MEAL’s on WEAL’s: Writer “quotes and runs.” As a result, evidence is not clearly linked to warrants or claims. Does not use required sources and examples insightfully.TRANSITION WORDS AND ANALYSIS: Transition words are expertly used to connect thoughts and tie back up to topic sentences and the thesis and to deepen analysis. TRANSITION WORDS AND ANALYSIS: Writer uses transition words to make use of evidence effective and logical. Analysis is attempted but needs to go deeper and be explicit.TRANSITION WORDS AND ANALYSIS: Writer should consult They Say, I Say and use transition words to connect sentences and deepen analysis.PROCESS: writer meets all deadlines and draft requirements on time. Format is final copy (FC) ready, in MLA with proper citations and a work cited pagePROCESS: writer meets some of the time deadlines and draft requirements. Missing come components for FC ready, MLA format is attempted and citations and a work cited page need improvementsPROCESS: writer does not meet time deadlines and draft requirements. Is not FC ready, MLA format is poorly or not attempted with inappropriate citations and work cited pageName*portfoliodateSectionSynthesis Essay Making ChoicesGUIDELINES: Topic: Compose a well-written essay in which you pick one side of the prompt and use supportive evidence from Of Mice and Men, and two additional sources. Question/Prompt: Should a person take actions that benefit himself or benefit others?Directions: Using the information you have been given in your cluster classesCreate a clear and well-structured, one sided thesis in which you answer the question above.Be sure your thesis is about CHOICES and HOW/WHY it can mean something to how we live/exist as humansYou need to incorporate sources and evidence from OMAN (required)Migrant Worker Poetry“The Necklace”“A&P”Articles on Migrant workersYou must incorporate citations from the above sources usedTHREE Body paragraphs following MEAL formatIntro/conclusion (including a “so what”)Appropriate spelling/grammarMUST be in MLA formatUse the brainstorms, handouts, class workshops and online resources to help youFormat the margins, headings, header, etcPROPER citations, not summaries, but actual quotes!!Work Cited pageFinal Copy ready!!Rubric facing UP and ON TOP of the Essay (THE RUBRIC IS THE CHART on back!!)Stapled as you walk into the doorSTAPLE ALL DRAFTS/PLANNING Behind your essay (rubric, Essay, drafts, planning)On Time!!DUE BY THE DUE DATE!!! You have plenty of time to submit this!This will count as a heavily weighted grade in English, Latin, History and BiologyUse the Rubric to help you (see reverse side)Due (EXTRA HW GRADE AS WELL) ____________________________: Upload onto turnitin by 11:59 pm on the due dateDUE _____________________________: final copy ready = typed in MLA, drafts, rubric on top, stapled. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!! Name*portfoliodateSectionSynthesis Essay Making Choices: PLANNING Directions: Use the space below BEFORE you make your standpoint. Remember, I don’t need your personal opinion on the topic, just be able to prove and defend a point of view.In the chart: list all the reasons why it is necessary to make choices for yourself and others. Then, come up with as much evidence as possible for each side of the argument. Once you complete this, you will have a decent understanding of how you want to write your essay. You may work together!Benefit YOURSELFBenefit OTHERSReasons whyEvidence to supportReasons whyEvidence to supportName*portfoliodateSectionSynthesis Essay Making ChoicesMEAL PLANS: Directions: Once you have completed the planning, figure out which side of the argument you want. Then, you can begin outlining. You have already outlined your warrants (reasons) in the chart, now just figure out which pieces of evidence work the best. You don’t have to decide now, so just put down what you can think of and then go back to perfect it later! You don’t need to have ALL the sources filled in, but this is a way to help you see where and how you can best use evidence to support your warrants! CLAIM:Use complete sentence!!Critical Question:How or why is (rewrite thesis)Warrant #1:OMAM ExamplePOETRY ExampleA&P ExampleNECKLACE ExampleARTICLE ExampleWarrant #2:OMAM ExamplePOETRY ExampleA&P ExampleNECKLACE ExampleARTICLE ExampleWarrant #3:OMAM ExamplePOETRY ExampleA&P ExampleNECKLACE ExampleARTICLE ExampleWarrant #4:OMAM ExamplePOETRY ExampleA&P ExampleNECKLACE ExampleARTICLE ExampleName*portfolioDateSectionSynthesis Essay Making ChoicesOUTLINES: Questions to think about: How can a person’s status in society limit his opportunities?Directions: Using the information from Of Mice and Men (which is required) and any two sources of poems, short stories and articles, create a FIVE PARAGRAPH ESSAY with a clear thesis, intro, MEAL paragraphs and a SO WHAT conclusion? Begin outlining now so all you have to do is type up, add on, edit and make fluid for your drafting and final copy. You may want to to your body paragraphs first then your intro/conclusion!! Intro:HooktopicClaimBody Para # 1:WarrantEvidenceAnalysisLinkBody Para # 2:WarrantEvidenceAnalysisLinkBody Para # 3:WarrantEvidenceAnalysisLinkConclusionSummarize main pointSo what? Why do I care? Lesson? Moral? What should I do with the info provided? ................
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