Objectives:
Demonstrate your understanding of the comparative essay structure by writing a comparative/contrast essay.
Demonstrate your mastery of the mechanics of grammar.
Description:
After viewing the Dr. DeChavez interview, you will use what you learned about essay structure and organizing comparison/contrast essays to write an essay comparing your education journey to Dr. DeChavez’.
Note:
*Any essay that is submitted with fewer than 1,000 words, (no extra spacing above or below the title the heading information or
between paragraphs), will be assigned a grade of 0. There will be no opportunity for rewrites.
*Essays that are not indented and/or double-spaced will not be graded.
*Essays that are not Word documents (no pages, links, or Google Docs) and that are not clean copies, (no comments or markings), will not be graded.
(Rubric)
Begins with a compelling hook; thorough introduction of both subjects; clear thesis statement with three subtopics; 8-10 sentences. Starts with a hook; introduction covers both subjects; thesis statement is clear but lacks detail; 8-10 sentences. Weak or irrelevant hook; lacks detail; thesis statement is unclear or missing subtopics; 6-7 sentences. No hook or weak introduction; incomplete; no clear thesis statement; fewer than 6 sentences. Topic sentences include subjects and subtopics; supported by relevant examples; uses transitions; 8-10 sentences. Clearly identifies and explains three strategies or ways to support students; 8-10 sentences. Essay is free of grammatical errors; language is clear, concise, and engaging. Voice is strong. Properly formatted with all required elements; unique and relevant title; paragraphs indented and double-spaced. The self-reflection checklist is attached, and the self-