- In this essay you will identify and explain 3-5 of your core values.
- You will also discuss the origins of these core values.
Organization
- Include an introductory paragraph, where you grab the reader’s attention, provide a transitional statement, give a clear thesis statement, and map out the 3-5 key points that will support your thesis. (review )
- Include 3-5 body paragraphs where you include details and examples to help you develop and support your key points. (review )
- End your essay with a concluding paragraph where you restate your thesis, summarize your key points, and leave the reader with the “so what?” (review )
Grammar and Mechanics
- Your paper should be written according to the standards for academic writing, with attention to the following:
- punctuation: this includes things such as recommended use of commas, colons, and apostrophes.
- word-level accuracy: this includes things such as capitalization, spelling, word-tense, and usage.
- sentence-level accuracy: this includes things such as sentence boundaries, subject-verb agreement, and pronoun-antecedent agreement.
- Take time to proofread after youve written your essay. Think about the kinds of writing mistakes you tend to make (like using text-speak or sentence fragments) and watch out for those. Reading your paper aloud is a good way to catch any mistakes.
Sources and Documentation
You are not required to use sources for this assignment.
Format and Length
- Your paper should include a header consisting of your name and the assignment name and a title that reflects your specific essay focus. (See example below.)
- Your paper should be typed, double-spaced and in 11 or 12-point font.
- Your final product should be a minimum of five paragraphs (about 700-1000 words) in length. However, the quality of the content of this essay is most important. Be sure to fully answer the prompt.
