Introduction (10)
    General introduction statement
    Clear thesis statement
    Indication of roadmap or outline of development of essay
Body paragraphs (10)
    3 -4 clear, cohesive and coherent paragraphs
    Correct use of cohesive devices
    Clear topic sentence
    Appropriate and substantial supporting detail
    Differing points of view included from different authors/sources
    Logical development of argument
Conclusion (10)
    Brief summary of argument
    Clear link with introduction
    Recommendations
Language usage (10)
    Careful attention to spelling, punctuation and language conventions
    Correct citations
    Strong and clever use of cohesive devices
    Logical flow and cohesion
    Title included
Technical aspects (10)
    Bibliography correctly included
    Citations relevant and correct