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RESEARCH PAPER REDO. 3 Options. Redo your paper (attach new to old) DUE 5/2/14 See me if you have issues with printing, typing, and so on If you DID NOT DO A PAPER or you don’t want to fix yours, then see me for alternative assignment. DUE 5/2/14
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3 Options • Redo your paper • (attach new to old) • DUE 5/2/14 • See me if you have issues with printing, typing, and so on • If you DID NOT DO A PAPER or you don’t want to fix yours, then see me for alternative assignment. • DUE 5/2/14 • See me if you have issues with printing, typing, and so on • Don’t do anything and keep the grade if you have!
Let’s look at the rubric… INTRODUCTION • Hook is appropriate and intriguing • A general overview of the subject/debate is provided • Research subject is clearly identified and thesis is clearly stated • Major claims are previewed
BODY • Critical exploration of ideas • Subdivided into paragraphs containing major claims • Paragraphs are well developed and remain on topic • Major claims supported with sufficient and relevant evidence • Paragraphs include a summary/analysis of evidence • Paragraphs organized in logical order • Effective transitions between paragraphs
CONCLUSION • Conclusion reiterates thesis and major claims • Conclusion demonstrates application of information • Conclusion ends on a memorable note
GRAMMAR AND LANGUAGE • Paper uses standard English grammar conventions • (e.g., S-V agreement, antecedent-pronoun agreement, verb tense agreement, spelling) • Paper uses proper punctuation • (e.g., no run-on sentences or comma splices) • Paper uses appropriate tone, word choice, and point of view
SOURCES • Paper uses proper MLA format (min 2.5 pages, w/o Works Cited page) • Paper uses a minimum of four academic research sources (70/30 rule*) • In-text citations adhere to proper MLA format • Works Cited page adheres to proper MLA format