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1 rough draft and 1 final draft required
Draft rules:
The writer participates in the drafting workshop and has a draft of at least 600 words.
The writer participates constructively in the draft workshop period by giving thoughtful feedback to his or her peers.
The writer takes notes on his or her Revision Plan.
The writer makes a revision plan with a specific calendar based upon the feedback he or she receives.
The writer demonstrates a sound process of drafting and revision.
, it should not be less than 600 words. Your first draft should include a three-point thesis, 5 body paragraphs, and an outline of your conclusion

Final Draft rules:
The writer has composed a strong introduction and thesis statement (Intro-Ch. 7).
The writer uses summary, paraphrase, and/or some quotation appropriately in his or her use of sources (Chapters 2 and 3).
The writer demonstrates strong reading comprehension of his or her three sources (Ch. 1-7).
The writer supports his or her thesis with compelling evidence (Ch. 1-8).
The writer’s claim and support demonstrate sound reasoning (Ch. 1-8).
The writer has a strong, well-supported conclusion (Ch. 1-8).
The writer makes his or her claim and supports it with three sources using templates and methods from Chapters 1-8 in They Say, I Say.
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 includes a Works Cited page (NLSH).
The writer adheres to MLA style (NLSH).

2-1/2 pages and 1 Works Cited page
5 paragraphs
Three-point thesis
3 sources
MLA formatting

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