EN 6904 Bahrain Polytechnic Print Books vs E Books Paper
Assignment Task:
This assignment comprises of ONE element:
- Compare/Contrast Essay (20%)
Assignment Activity: (20%)
For this assignment you are required to select one of the topics of your choice and write a compare/contrast essay. See guidelines below.
- Twitter vs. Instagram
- Bahrain vs. Jordan
- Print books vs. e-books
Essay Guidelines:
- Your essay should be 400 words (+/- 10%)
- Include a minimum of three points of comparison/contrast (you are free to choose the points).
- Focus on smooth transitions that help illuminate the relationships between the ideas and careful editing to produce an error-free essay.
- Font should be Times New Roman, size 12, spacing 1.5.
- A draft of your essay must be ready by next Monday to be shared with your professor in class. You will receive some feedback on your draft.
- You are free to choose relevant sources of information, which may include books, journal articles, internet resources, etc. All sources used in this assignment (with or without changes) must be acknowledged by reference to the author, work and page. Include all sources in your reference list/bibliography. Note: Wikipedia is not considered a reliable source of information; therefore, it should not be used.
- A marking guide (rubric) has been included on the next page. Please read it carefully to see the distribution of marks.
- ALL ESSAYS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO TURNITIN in Moodle by 5 pm on 25, 2020.
| Learning Outcomes | Essay |
| a1. Recognise correct grammar & vocabulary forms for this level. | P |
| b2. Write a compare / contrast essay whilst avoiding plagiarism. | P |
Compare/Contrast Essay Assessment Rubric
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Introduction: Background and Thesis Statement |
4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| ü Very well developed introduction with hook which engages the reader and creates interest.
ü Contains detailed background information.
ü Makes explicit reference to both subjects.
ü Very well-developed thesis statement. ü Thesis statement includes distinct controlling ideas (=the author’s points for the comparison or the contrast). |
ü Well developed introduction with hook which engages the reader and creates interest.
ü Contains relevant background information.
ü Makes reference to both subjects.
ü Well developed thesis statement. ü Thesis statement includes controlling ideas. |
ü Limited introduction with a hook which does not engage the reader.
ü Limited background information provided.
ü Both subjects for comparison or contrast are introduced, but they do not give accurate and complete information. ü Thesis statement is not very clear/incomplete. ü Controlling ideas are unclear or partially missing.
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ü Introduction is very brief.
ü Background details are a random collection of information, unclear, or not related to the topic.
ü Subjects for comparison and contrast are not introduced.
ü The thesis statement is either unclear or missing. ü Controlling ideas are not included.
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Body Paragraphs: Topic Sentences & Supporting Details |
4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| ü Each paragraph contains a clearly focused topic sentence that relates to the thesis statement.
ü Details in the paragraphs are clear and specific. ü There are enough details to create vivid images for a thorough comparison or contrast. ü The details clearly support the author’s point for the comparison/contrast. |
ü Each paragraph contains a topic sentence that relates to the thesis statement.
ü Details in the paragraphs are clear and specific. ü However, they do not vividly support the author’s point for the comparison/contrast.
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ü Topic sentences may not be clear, or do not relate to the thesis statement.
ü There are details, but they are not sufficient, clear, specific, or vivid. ü Both subjects are not given roughly the same amount of space. |
ü There are no apparent topic sentences for each paragraph.
ü Evidence is either wrong or lacking. ü No vivid language is used, or the details do not fit the author’s point for the comparison/contrast. |
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Conclusion |
4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| ü The concluding paragraph effectively unifies the essay around the subjects and the point used for comparison or contrast.
ü It contains an engaging and interesting point about the comparison or contrast of the subjects. |
ü The concluding paragraph unifies the essay around the subjects and the point used for comparison or contrast, but it is not very engaging or interesting. | ü The concluding paragraph makes a point about the subjects for comparison or contrast, but it does not unify or “wrap-up” the essay effectively. | ü There is no conclusion evident in the essay, or the conclusion is not related to the remainder of the essay. | |
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Supporting evidence: use of quotations, paraphrase & referencing
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4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| ü An excellent level of valid supporting material from multi sources in each paragraph.
ü Accurate reference list/bibliography following Harvard Style is included.
ü Accurate use of quotations and paraphrasing according to Harvard Style of citing & referencing where evident. |
ü A good level of valid supporting material from multi sources in each paragraph.
ü Mostly accurate reference list/bibliography following Harvard Style is included.
ü Mostly accurate use of quotations and paraphrasing according to Harvard Style of citing & referencing where evident.
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ü Some valid supporting material from sources in each paragraph or only in some paragraphs.
ü Some evidence is vague and/or irrelevant. ü Reference list/bibliography contains many inaccuracies or lacks some details as per Harvard Style of referencing. ü Not all ideas taken from sources are quoted or paraphrased correctly and/or they do not include all details required by Harvard Style of citing & referencing. |
ü There is no supporting material from sources in any paragraph.
ü Reference list/bibliography is wrong or missing.
ü There is no referencing of ideas taken from sources.
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Style: sentence flow, tone and use of transitions & Mechanics |
4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| ü Writing is smooth, skilful, and coherent.
ü Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. ü Consistent and appropriate tone throughout the essay.
ü Consistent and appropriate word choice throughout the essay.
ü Transitions are appropriate and add to the effectiveness of the essay.
ü No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization.
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ü Writing is clear.
ü Sentences have varied structure.
ü There is consistent tone.
ü Word choice is appropriate.
ü Good use of transitions to guide the reader.
ü Some minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the essay. |
ü Writing is clear, but
sentences may lack variety.
ü The tone is sometimes inconsistent
ü Word choice could be better.
ü While transitions are present, they do not add to the overall effectiveness of the essay.
ü Sentence fragments and/or run-on sentences apparent.
ü Numerous errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that. While distracting, the meaning and intent of the essay can still be discerned.
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ü Writing is confusing and hard to follow.
ü The tone and purpose is inconsistent and difficult to determine.
ü Many incorrect word choices.
ü Transitions are either missing or inappropriate.
ü Contains numerous fragments and/or run-on sentences.
ü Major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalisation which distract the reader. ü Meaning and intent of essay difficult to discern. |
| Total Mark | TOTAL: ______ /20 |
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