Topic: Diagnostic Essay
Instructions:
Write an expository essay of 5 paragraphs which includes introduction, body, and conclusion (900 words). Start with a hook of some sort or an anecdote and include a clear thesis statement that will become the driver or guide of your discussion.
Include examples from the posted diagnostic reading–link to article–and videos. And if you can, provide in-text citations of the examples that you use and include a Works Cited list at the end of the essay if you are familiar with how to document sources in MLA8 format.
Topic question:
Do animals have the ability to communicate and express emotions as humans do? Explain your point of view and provide supporting examples from any readings and videos from this module.
Rubric
Diagnostic Essay
Diagnostic Essay
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent + word count over 900 words
50.0 pts
Well developed with several examples
25.0 pts
Developed but with few examples
0.0 pts
Vague and no specific examples
50.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProofreading + editing for grammar, spelling, missing words
25.0 pts
Clearly proofread and edited
10.0 pts
Proofread with errors
0.0 pts
No evidence of proofreading
25.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMLA Formatting of essay and citations
25.0 pts
Attempts to follow MLA guidelines
0.0 pts
No attempt to follow MLA guidelines
25.0 pts
Total Points: 100.0