Add at least 4 substantive comments in the margin of the essay.
In the grey area on the right, type at least two “global” comments:
What you really like about the essay and why.
The one area from the Essay Rubric (Scope, Essay focus/thesis, Organization, Paragraph focus, and Paragraph development only) that could be most improved. How would you currently rate it according to the rubric (exemplary, proficient, basic, or developing), and what specific advice can you give to help your peer improve in that area.
Comment Starters:
You say that _____________________. Another interpretation/point of view you might want to acknowledge is___________________________.
You say that ______________________. I have mixed feelings about that. On the one hand, I agree that __________________. On the other hand, I think that _________________________.
I’d like to respond to / expand on your idea that ____________________. Have you thought about ______________________?
I’m confused when you say _______ because______. One way to clarify would be to________. (Be very specific about how the idea could be clarified; do not just say “one way to clarify would be to write more clearly.)
I was unsure of your point here. Based on your evidence, I think you are trying to say that ________________.
Your point is clear/interesting, but you could use more evidence for support. I suggest ____________________. (Be specific, e.g., specific information from specific texts/authors. Do not just say “I suggest you use more text support”).
Your essay is unfinished, but based on the organization of your essay so far, I anticipate you’ll go on to discuss the following:_________________________.