Rubric for critical essay
Header (2 point): Title, Author, Source (Single Spaced only)
Introductory Statement (3): Briefly provides some preliminary information about the reading. This should be in the form of an introductory statement which delineates the basic theme of the reading.
Derived information (15): Identify and discuss 5 specific points/facts that you gained from the reading.
Concluding statement (5): Provide a personal assessment of the value of the document relative to advancing your understanding of the African American experience.
Structural consideration:
- All critiques must be typed written
- All critiques must have a font of 12
- All critiques must be double-spaced
- Standard margins on all sides
| Header (Single Spaced)
Introductory Statement:
Derived Information:
Concluding statement:
Your Name: |