This draft should be publish-ready.
A minimum of two (2) sources from the preliminary research readings
A minimum of five (5) additional sources
A connection of the evidence from the sources to a wider context by considering implications of others’ claims.
Addresses the complexity of a problem, question, or issue by comparing, interpreting, and drawing relevant connections between multiple perspectives.
Evidence from a range of sources to develop and support the argument.
Logically organized, well-reasoned, and complex. The commentary interprets evidence and connects it to claims and reasons to clearly and convincingly establish an argument.
Detailed, plausible resolutions, conclusions, and/or solutions that fully address the research question.
Attributes and accurately cites the sources used. The bibliography accurately references sources using MLA formatting.
Effective sentences, precision of word choice to create variety, emphasis, and interest to the reader; it communicates clearly to the reader.
An academic voice and tone.
Correctly formatted using MLA.
A minimum of two (2) sources from the preliminary research readings
A minimum of five (5) additional sources
A connection of the evidence from the sources to a wider context.
Addresses the complexity of a problem, question, or issue by comparing, multiple perspectives.
Evidence from a range of sources to develop and support the argument.
Logically organized and well reasoned. The argument explains the links between the claims and evidence.
Specific resolutions, conclusions, and/or solutions that are tangentially or partially connected to the research question.
Attributes and accurately cites the sources used. The bibliography accurately references sources using MLA formatting.
Effective sentences, precision of word choice to create variety, emphasis, and interest to the reader; it communicates clearly to the reader.
An academic voice and tone.
Correctly formatted using MLA.