Which correctly demonstrates mla formatting

Rhetorical Analysis Rubric

Mr. Skoglund

Content (30%): _____

· Engages in and establishes intriguing and insightful prose. Student makes a clear attempt to write in an academic voice and to the best of their ability.

· Student demonstrates knowledge of the rhetorical analysis format and stays on topic, according to assignment guidelines, throughout the essay. Student does not wander into supplementary analysis or other information that does not adhere to the essay requirements. Student engages in adequate synthesis and explication of the rhetorical elements explored.

· Understands the material and assignment. Where applicable, includes relevant quotes and details and explicates their significance appropriately.

Organization & Development (20%): _____

· Assignment is well-balanced and developed. It flows clearly.

· Student demonstrates comprehension of organizational and basic writing techniques covered in class.

· Correctly makes use of thesis statements, topic sentences, transition sentences, introduction, conclusion, counterargument, and other writing techniques where applicable.

Expression (15%): _____

· Demonstrates a strong control of language and awareness of audience, context, and medium to craft the most effective and intriguing prose possible, while still adhering to assignment guidelines and academic voice.

· Demonstrates awareness of academic voice and establishes credibility through diction, word choice, and source integration.

Mechanics (10%): _____

· Superior in its handling of mechanics. Has few spelling, grammar, punctuation, and capitalization errors.

· Student demonstrates ability to engage in meaningful revision and proofreading. Student demonstrates focus and care when crafting their work, and this is evident in their work product.

Research (25%): _____

· Correctly utilizes in-text citations for all sources if applicable.

· Essay utilizes proper MLA formatting guidelines and incorporates appropriate number of required sources.

· Works cited page is correctly formatted, and each citation adheres to proper MLA format.

· Student demonstrates the ability to properly integrate information from source texts and secondary sources, and the research incorporated makes meaningful contributions to their paper.

Additional Comments: Total: _____