Friday, September 20, 2019

An Editing Checklist


  • Did the writer use proper MLA format--double-spaced heading; header in same font and size as essay text; centered title--12 pt., no bold, quotation marks, or underlined?

Compare/Contrast Essay Rubric

  • Is the essay interesting?! Does the writer seem interested in his/her subject? Are you interested in the subject? Is the essay fresh, new, and original?

Wednesday, September 18, 2019



Additional Elements of Assessment on the Writing and Language
Section of the SAT

To prepare for the Writing and Language section of the SAT, research the following phrases on the Internet. Read, take notes, write down examples, study, and periodically review.

·      Commas with a list; serial comma usage
·      Non-essential and essential clause

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

New SAT Essay Scoring Rubric (2016) for Use in the Classroom



New SAT Essay Scoring Rubric (2016) for Use in the Classroom
(adapted from the College Board Rubric)

An A (would score 22-24 points on the SAT) essay consistently meets all the criteria below.
A B/C (would score 18-21 points on the SAT) essay mostly meets all the criteria below.
A D/F (would score 16 or below on the SAT) essay seldom meets all the criteria below.