Concerns (1)
Areas
that need work:
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Proficient (3)
To
reach proficiency you must complete the following:
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Advanced (5)
You
exceeded the standards!
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You
must have an INTRODUCTION
that contains
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Hook
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Background
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Thesis Sentence with Central Idea
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Thesis includes your 2 or 3 main supporting
details (subtopics)
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You
must have 2 or 3 BODY PARAGRAPHS
that contain
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Transitions for each new paragraph
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A topic sentence for each new
paragraph introducing your subtopic to your audience
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2+ pieces of information for each
subtopic
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Elaboration for each of your subtopics
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You must use and
Cite at least 2 Sources
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You may quote, paraphrase, or summarize.
¨ Use informal or parenthetical citation.
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At the end of your essay include an MLA citation for each source you used.
(Works Cited List)
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You
must have a final paragraph that is your CONCLUSION,
including
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A concluding transition
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A restated version of your central
idea
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A brief summary of your 2 subtopics
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Your conclusion wraps up your essay
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You
must use correct English CONVENTIONS.
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Capitalization
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Punctuation
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Spelling
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Grammar/Usage
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You
must have FORMAL STYLE.
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You must present information on a
focused topic. (This is the purpose of an informational paper.)
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You must address the correct audience
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You may NOT use “I” or “You”
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Do NOT use contractions,
slang, or exclamation points.
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Use academic vocabulary pertaining to
the subject of your informational writing.
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Rubric for an Informational Essay
