Format and Conventions
_____ Topic ideas were submitted (via
e-mail) by due date.
_____ Interview transcripts were brought to class for review by due date.
_____ Draft was submitted by due date.
_____ Final revision of profile was turned in on time.
_____ Final revision of profile follows assigned format.
_____ Self-evaluation was included with
final revision of profile.
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Content, Organization, Development, and Style
_____ Essay consistently follows the
guidelines of the assignment.
_____ Profile is consistently characterized by initiative, imagination, and a
thoughtful concern for the interests of readers.
_____ Essay employs a fresh approach to the subject, and shows evidence of thorough research.
_____ Essay contains an
original lead that effectively identifies the topic, suggests the direction of the essay,
and invites the reader to continue reading.
____ The essay is consistently developed with relevant specific details based on close
observation, effective interviewing, and factual investigation of details that serve to
illuminate the central experience of the essay and help to involve the reader.
_____ Direct quotations are concise, appropriate, and clearly integrated into the essay.
_____ Essay effectively blends direct quotation, paraphrase, and summary.
_____ Essay consistently demonstrates originality of thought and freshness of expression.
_____ Final version of essay shows evidence of thoughtful revision.
_____ Organization of essay is clear, logical, and effective without being formulaic.
_____ The essay guides the reader with smooth transitions without being formulaic.
_____ Conclusion successfully clarifies and emphasizes the main point or purpose of the essay
_____ Sentences have been effectively revised for clarity, variety, conciseness, and emphasis.
_____ Word choice is consistently precise and appropriate.
_____ Essay is free of major errors.
_____ Essay is free of distracting errors.