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Enter the Conversation (ETC) 
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Demonstrating strategies from "They Say, I Say," the research-based paper takes an unambiguous stance and engages rhetorically in an academic discussion of several sources on the same topic. The paper conforms to all elements of either MLA or APA format and cites appropriately.
Rubric Code: X22AB87
By euge620
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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3 pts


2 pts


1 pts

Content

3

The essay provides thoughtful and effective summaries and analyses of three sources that effectively guides the reader to conclusions about the rhetorical approaches of the authors and how they fit with the larger conversation. Thesis statement is clear and well supported.
2

The essay provides thoughtful and effective summaries and analyses of three sources that begin to explore the rhetorical approaches of the authors. It may omit adequate context or sources connections are unclear. Thesis statement incomplete or not fully supported.
1

The essay provides summaries that are missing key elements. Rhetorical and other connections among sources are not explained or inadequately analyzed. Uneven or missing guidance for the reader. Thesis statement missing, undeveloped, or unsupported.
Textual Evidence

3

Includes textual references that relate to the thesis. Evidence is specific and carefully presented. All source material quoted or paraphrased effectively.
2

Includes textual references, but they are not thoroughly explained or examined. Evidence is not specific or off topic. Presentation of evidence may be underdeveloped.
1

Evidence is not specific. Writer does not include effective evidence. Evidence is simple and not fully explored.
Conventions

3

Few if any errors in the use of academic writing conventions, including grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, and tone. Editing and proofreading clearly evident.
2

Several errors in the use of academic writing conventions, including grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, and tone, that generally do not impede readability. Editing and proofreading inconsistent.
1

Multiple errors in the use of academic conventions, including grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, and tone, that impede readability. Little evidence of editing or proofreading.
Format (MLA or APA)

3

The essay has a recognizable organization that enhances readability and understanding. The essay conforms to all of the elements of APA or MLA formatting and style requirements.
2

The essay has some organization that generally facilitates readability and understanding. The essay conforms to nearly all of the elements of APA or MLA formatting and style requirements.
1

The essay has a little or no organization and readability and understanding are impeded. The essay conforms to some of the elements of APA or MLA formatting and style requirements but requires revision to be compliant.



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  • Critical, Analysis, Textual Evidence, Argument, Rhetoric


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