1. RESEARCH PAPER REDO

2. 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.
Don’t do anything and keep the grade if you have!

3. 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

4. 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

5. CONCLUSION Conclusion reiterates thesis and major claims
Conclusion demonstrates application of information
Conclusion ends on a memorable note

6. 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

7. 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