Reports will be assessed on the basis on organization, clarity, and presentation style. I will provide you with written instructions for each assignment as the course progresses. Each essay will use a specific critical approach as part of your analysis. Each essay will be assessed on the basis of structure, content, grammar, writing style, and proper paper format, and I will grade them on the assumption that you have already mastered the fundamentals of good writing from your work in ENGL 1101 and 1102. I will give you more specific information about the requirements for each essay later in the course.
All essays are due in class on the day specified in the syllabus.
If you have to turn in a paper late, you should contact me in advance and let me know. One of the major goals of this assignment is to learn how to conduct critical research and use MLA documentation so you will be prepared to write research papers in your major courses. Therefore, the essay must follow all MLA format and documentation requirements. I will be glad to meet with you outside of class to discuss specific research topics. The research essay will be assessed on the basis of structure, content, grammar, writing style, proper paper format, and documentation of sources.