1. Argumentative Thesis Statement

Have you included a thesis in your introduction that takes a clear, specific position on one side of

a debatable issue?

2. Argument Development

Are all of the details relevant to the purpose of your essay?

Is the argument supported using rhetorical appeals and source material?

Is your essay 6-8 pages (approximately 1500-2000 words, not including your references or

reflection question responses)? If not, which details do you need to add or remove?

3. Research

Have you cited outside sources effectively using quotation, summary, or paraphrase techniques?

Are the sources incorporated smoothly, providing the reader with signal phrases and context for

the source information?

Have you referenced a range of at least 7 credible sources?

Have you properly cited your sources according to APA style guidelines?

Have you included an APA style reference page below your essay?

4. Reflection

Have you answered all reflection questions thoughtfully and included insights, observations,

and/or examples in all responses?

Are your answers included on a separate page below the main assignment?