What This Document Is
This resource is a peer editing comment sheet designed to support students enrolled in ENVS 100: Ecology and Society at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Specifically, it’s structured to facilitate constructive feedback on Writing Assignment #1, which centers around the analysis of arguments presented within ecological and societal contexts. It’s a tool for students to evaluate each other’s work before final submission, promoting a deeper understanding of effective argumentation and critical thinking. This form guides reviewers through a systematic assessment of a peer’s draft.
Why This Document Matters
This comment sheet is invaluable for students participating in the peer review process for Writing Assignment #1. It’s particularly helpful when you’re looking to refine your critical assessment skills and learn from the work of your classmates. Utilizing this sheet will help you provide targeted, actionable feedback, and simultaneously, improve your own understanding of the assignment’s requirements. It’s best used *after* completing a first draft and *before* submitting the final version of your analysis. Engaging with this resource can significantly strengthen your writing and analytical abilities.
Topics Covered
* Argument Identification & Paraphrasing
* Critical Analysis of Complex Arguments
* Consideration of Counterarguments
* Effective Composition of Concluding Paragraphs
* Academic Writing Conventions (Clarity, Conciseness, Correctness)
* Proper Source Citation Practices
* Document Formatting and Presentation
What This Document Provides
* A structured framework for evaluating a peer’s paraphrasing of a key argument.
* A detailed checklist for assessing the depth and quality of analytical reasoning.
* Prompts to guide evaluation of how well opposing viewpoints are addressed.
* Specific areas to comment on the effectiveness of the paper’s conclusion.
* A section dedicated to assessing overall writing quality, including grammar and readability.
* A dedicated space to address any specific concerns raised by the author in their cover letter.
* Guidelines for evaluating the appropriate use of source materials and citations.
