10 Feb The writer explains the authors ideas, position, and/or point of view using the concepts and methods addressed in Chapters 1-3 of?They Say, I Say.? The writer identifies the reasons and/o
- The writer explains the author’s ideas, position, and/or point of view using the concepts and methods addressed in Chapters 1-3 of They Say, I Say.
- The writer identifies the reasons and/or evidence upon which the author is basing his or her position.
- The writer identifies the conclusions drawn by the author(s)/speaker(s)/producer(s).
- The writer uses summary, paraphrase, and/or some quotation appropriately in his or her explanation of the text.
- The writer responds to the text with his or her position using the concepts and methods addressed in Chapter 4 of They Say, I Say ("Yes/No/Okay, But").
- The writer defends and supports his or her position with sound evidence and reasoning.
- The writer draws well-supported conclusions about the position taken by the author in the text.
- The writer demonstrates reading comprehension, analysis, and critical thinking.
- The writer meets the standards for effective communication (clarity, logic, precision, accuracy, significance, and fairness).
- The writer adheres to MLA guidelines for formatting, in-text citations, and the Works Cited page.
- The assignment is 500-750 words.
