The essays in this course will be scored using a holistic rubric that takes into account 4 areas of writing. match the writing term with its definition.
1.
addresses the assigned topic
2.
uses proper grammar, spelling and punctuation
3.
contains examples and explanations that relate to the main ideas
4.
uses paragraphs and has a beginning, middle and end
a.
focus
b.
organization
c.
support
d.
conventions

"Addresses the assigned topic" best fits Focus. This means you are staying on topic with you essay. You aren't drifting away from your claim or main idea with irrelevant details and topics, therefore, your essay is focussed.

"Uses proper grammar, spelling and punctuation" best fits Conventions. The definition of conventions in writing or literature means the mechanics or grammar in your writing.

"Contains examples and explanations that relate to the main ideas" best fits Support. When writing your claim or details in your topic, you'll need support to prove or even give more information about what your writing about to explain. This is also known as "supporting evidence".

"Uses paragraphs and has a beginning, middle and end" best fits Organization. The placement of each paragraph needs to be in order. The introduction should be in the beginning with your body paragraphs in the middle and the following conclusion in the end. If it was placed differently, the essay wouldn't make sense because its out of order and isn't properly organized.