Compare+and+Contrast+Activity

1. Please create a separate thread with your refined, in-class essay in it by Friday. The subject should have YOUR name in it as follows:

First Name Last Name

After you have posted your essay, monitor your thread.

2. Find a minimum of three peer essays that do not have three pieces of posted feedback on them. Read those three essays by your peers. You must post a minimum of one paragraph of feedback for each essay. The feedback should be posted within each of the essay's threads.

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Your feedback should follow basic elements of writing: topic sentence, supporting detail, sentence and word choice variety, etc. The content of your paragraph need not be overwhelmingly positive; however, it also will not be overwhelmingly negative. In essence, be honest, but provide a good mix of praise and suggestions. Note how I did not use the word "criticize." Additionally, be mindful that these essays are written my your peers; they deserve respect. Be certain to temper any suggestions--in essence, season your words with salt, as your goal is to sharpen your own editorial skills while providing valuable feedback to your peers. Your goal is not to hurt feelings.

Lastly, as a class you have a responsibility. It is the obligation of the class to ensure everyone has at least three paragraphs worth of feedback. If you note that some essays have little or no feedback, I encourage you to steal some time out of your schedule and assist your classmates. I trust both your sensibility and ability with regard to this assignment.

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