Essay Criteria

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In order to simplify the grading of student essays, I use a correction sheet on which I mark an X to indicate that the student has failed in this regard or a + to show that the student has done well.

I also write abbreviations on the essay that are explained in the handout.

Format

assigned length

typed

double-spacing

1" margins

26 lines per page

teacher's name and section ID

number each page

no covers, please

Content, argument, style

helpful title

first paragraph detailed, effective

Mechanics

References

Penalties

Grade scale