Grading Schematic for SCAN 50 Essays Aspects of Paper Criteria Point Value 20 Points Earned

Introduction Section

Clearly identifies topic and focus of the study. Presents well organized introduction. Presents clear and concise thesis statement. Strong defense of thesis based on extensive use of specific examples from texts. Identifies underlying themes in stories. Place stories in social/historical context--including ways in which author's values/views influence storytelling. Plus factor: Cites other relevant critical sources (literary criticism, journals, books). Writes smoothly and clearly and with an economy of language. No or very few grammatical errors (capitalization, sentence fragments, improper tenses, spelling). MLA style used correctly. (or other style with permission of TA) Offers exceptional depth of analysis. Exhibits clear understanding of topic. Reveals hidden or implicit beliefs, ideologies, or folk knowledge within text. Shows superb original thinking. Paper is turned in on time. Paper is not under minimum nor over maximum number of pages allowed.

Argument

40

General Writing, Grammar, and Style

20

Overall Analysis(The Catch-all)

10

Timeliness and Page Limits Observed

10