space.template.Midterm+Essay

toc [Insert essay here. This should be 900-1300 words based on an approved prompt. It should use vocabulary words in proper context, with in-text citations and specific examples to relate it to the textbook.]

[insert sources here. This should be a Works Cited/References/Bibliography section, including an APA/MLA reference for each of the sources you cite above. If you have trouble with references or citations, try EasyBib.com or BibMe.org]

Students: DO NOT edit below this line!

Rubric If the assignment is late: -10%

Content/Development--40%
If the essay doesn't follow an approved prompt: -30% If the word count is above 1300 words or below 900: -2% per 50 words If the essay doesn't pertain to the textbook: -10% If the essay doesn't use proper vocabulary: -10% If the essay doesn't give specific examples: -10%

Organization--30%
If the essay is missing an introduction: -10% If the essay is missing a conclusion: -10% If the thesis is unclear: -10% If.the transitions between paragraphs are unclear: -10% If.the transitions between sentences are unclear: -3% each

**Style/Mechanics--30%**
If the in-text citations are missing: -10% If the in-text citations do not match the references: -10% If the references are not in APA/MLA format: -10% If the references are missing: -10% If the grammar/spelling/punctuation is poor: -2% for every instance If the tone is inappropriate to the audience, content, and/or assignment: -10% =Final Grade: %=