Midterm Timed Essay
- Due No due date
- Points 50
- Questions 1
- Available after Nov 3, 2020 at 8:32pm
- Time Limit 45 Minutes
Instructions
Midterm Essay Instructions
You will have 45 minutes to complete this essay exam. The exam is worth 50 points and the rubric is posted below. Please submit your essay by the 45 minute mark for it to be counted. You should include an introductory and concluding paragraphs as well as two to three body paragraphs. I will be posting times through the chat feature on Zoom. I will announce verbally over zoom at the 10 minute, 5 minute, and 1 minute marks.
Rubric for Timed Essay
Area |
Criteria |
Points |
|
Introduction |
Is there a clear introductory paragraph that previews the content of the body of the essay? Is there a thesis statement? |
10 |
|
Body/Content |
Does the essay define/explain/discuss key concepts, principles, theories, and/or key hypotheses of the writing prompt? Are the paragraphs well organized/precise? Does the essay demonstrate understanding of the material? |
20 |
|
Conclusion |
Does the conclusion summarize the key points and ideas of the essay and provide a summary of the information? Does the summary provide a creative integration of key concepts in previous paragraphs? |
15 |
|
Grammar and Style |
Are there minimum grammar errors, are there complete sentences, are there smooth transitions between paragraphs, is wording professional, and are paragraphs concise and to the point? |
5 |
|
Total Points |
|
50 |