These guides may be given to students when assignments are given and criteria are discussed and then used for grading final essays. A. Outstanding Work. An A paper presents interesting, insightful ideas. Unified and coherent paragraphs include specific, relevant supporting evidence and examples. Sentences are varied and well constructed.
Word choices are precise, fresh, and vivid.
There are virtually no errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, or usage. Research, if used, is thorough, accurately documented, and effectively integrated. B. Good Work. A B paper demonstrates a thoughtful, solid understanding of the subject. Although ideas are interesting, they tend to lack originality or insight.