Evalueation for Composition

Content
The piece is engaging and alive
It contains valuable info. and insights
Writer shows good understanding of topic
Details are clear and helpful
Voices of narrator is honest and convincing

Reader Awareness
The piece has clear organization (coherence)
Writer relates topic to reader's knowledge
Effective lead, engaging the reader
Satisfying ending
Clear transitions and signposts (cohesion)

Style & Unity
Language is clear and precise
Sentences are varied and effective
Unnecessary words are eliminated
Style is consistent and appropriate

Mechanics
Grammar
Spelling
Punctuation
Proofreading

Process
Presentation (double-spacing, legibility)
Effective revision
Peer responses
Paper is on time