Essay: Process Analysis
In the Successful College Writingtextbook, read pages 331–334 and page 341. Then complete the examination. For this assignment, you’ll prepare a 1,000–1,200 word process analysis essay that incorporates narration and description, using elements from the Process Analysis Prewriting assignment. You may not submit this essay until you’ve received your grade and instructor feedback on your prewriting exam. While you’re waiting for your prewriting review, you should n Review the reading assignments for Lesson 4 n Study the sample process analysis essays and review the guided writing assignment in Chapter 15 of your textbook n Prepare a rough draft of your process analysis essay so that you’re ready to revise when you receive feedback on your prewriting ASSIGNMENT OBJECTIVES For this essay, you’ll n Use prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing to write formal, college-level essays n Distinguish between different patterns of development n Apply an appropriate pattern of development to a specific purpose and audience n Write effective thesis statements n Develop paragraphs using topic sentences, adequate detail, supporting evidence, and transitions n Apply the conventions of standard written American English to produce correct, well-written essays
ASSIGNMENT Topic To illustrate your process for balancing your time and managing your schedule for the purpose of helping other distance education students learn how they can do the same Writing Your Essay In your prewriting, you focused on what’s happening in your life. For your essay, you’ll revise and reorganize your prewriting to create an essay that would help other students manage the challenges they may face when taking online courses. You’ll also give them hope that they can manage their time effectively to accomplish everything they want. Your prewriting will require major reorganization and revision to include n An introductory paragraph with a thesis statement that addresses the purpose of the essay n Each paragraph in the body of your essay should begin with a topic sentence that identifies a step, tool or technique you included in your prewriting. Each body paragraph should then build on the step, tool, or technique with the narrative and description from the prewriting. n A conclusion that reinforces the thesis statement and purpose of the essay Note:Use the Process Analysis Essay Worksheet on your student portal to help you organize your essay.
Essays must be typed, double-spaced, using a standard 12-point font and left justification. Use 1-inch margins on all sides. Each page must have a properly formatted header containing your name, student number, exam number, page number, mailing address, and email address (see page 6 for an example). Name each document using a unique file name which will help you identify the file, such as this example: Process Analysis Johnson. Exams may be submitted in Rich Text Format or MS Word. Preview your document before you submit in order to ensure that your formatting is correct. You should take care to check that the document you've uploaded is the one containing your final work for evaluation.
SUBMITTING THE ASSIGNMENT To submit the assignment, follow these steps: 1. Type the essay. 2. Save the document. 3. Go to your student portal. 4. Click on Take Exam next to this lesson 25020200. 5. Follow the instructions on the student portal.
EVALUATION RUBRIC Your instructor will evaluate your work for project 25020200Essay: Process Analysis based on the following criteria: Traits of Good Writing
Review pages 11-15 in your study guide for a complete explanation of the rating you earned for each trait as well as references you can study to improve your writing skills.
Skill Realized A 100–90
Skill Developing B 89-80
Skill Emerging C 79–70
Skill Not Shown F 69–0
Ideas & Content: The writer provides a clear thesis statement that addresses the purpose of the essay and combines elements of narrative, description, and process analysis to illustrate the purpose of the essay.
Organization: There’s a clear introduction with a thesis, body, and conclusion. The writer uses topic sentences to organize body paragraphs and transitions appropriately to guide the reader from point to point. The conclusion reinforces the thesis statement and provides a satisfactory ending to the essay.
Voice: The writer interacts with the assigned audience using an appropriate, consistent point of view and tone. The writer offered adequate evidence from his or her own experience to effectively engage readers’ interest and address the purpose of the essay.
Grammar, Sentences and Word Choice: The writer uses correct grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure. The writer makes correct word choices, defines unfamiliar terms, and conveys a clear message. The writer has edited and proofread the essay.
Format: The writer met the required length (1,000–1,200 words), used the assigned font and margins, and included the required header information correctly.