“Reflecting on My Learning: A Critical Analysis of My Understanding and Reaction to a Chosen Article”

Specifications:
You can write in the first person since this is about what you have learned. Just use “I” not “you”.
MLA format, double-spaced, Times New Roman font size 12
1200-1300 word count. 
Include in-text citations and works cited page
Check the rubric below to make sure that I have met the requirements for this essay. 
Signal phrases with good strong verbs
Strong Verbs to use in your signal phrase with your quote:
suggests implies illustrates indicates
reveals confirms believes concurs.     There are many more!
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Rubric
Critical Analysis Essay (1) (1)
Critical Analysis Essay (1) (1)
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRequired Elements
Length is 1200-1300 words. Writer has clearly met the requirements of the assignment, including topic, sources, etc.
10 pts
Yes
6 pts
Somewhat
0 pts
No
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction and Conclusion Paragraphs
Introduction “hooks” readers and states the thesis. Concluding paragraphs give a sense of closing.
10 pts
Yes
8 pts
Emerging
5 pts
Somewhat
2 pts
Inadequate
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParagraphs
Paragraphs are unified, coherent, and developed with topic sentences and transitions.
10 pts
Yes
7 pts
Emerging
4 pts
Somewhat
1 pts
Inadequate
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMLA format
Proper MLA format is consistently followed throughout the essay. In-text citations, Work Cited page, etc.
10 pts
Yes
8 pts
Emerging
5 pts
Inadequate
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThe writer effectively expresses what they learned from the article they read and compares that with their initial reaction to the story.
10 pts
Yes
8 pts
Emerging
4 pts
Somewhat
1 pts
Inadequate
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Spelling
If you notice any misspellings, awkward sentences, or grammar mistakes, please point them out.
10 pts
Yes
6 pts
Somewhat
0 pts
No
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResearch & Supporting Evidence
One article from the database was used for research with quoted material. Quotes were used throughout the essay from the text chosen. Evidence is compelling, relevant, and substantial. Enough quotes were used throughout the essay.
10 pts
Full Marks
Yes
7 pts
Emerging
4 pts
Somewhat
1 pts
Inadequate
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThesis
Create a precise thesis that controls the essay’s content and structure.
10 pts
Yes
7 pts
Emerging
4 pts
Somewhat
0 pts
Inadequate
10 pts
Total Points: 80
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