WL+Paper+One+Guidelines


 * World Literature Paper One Guidelines **

Ø Assignment of 1000-1500 words Ø Based on two of three World Literature texts Ø On topic created by you and approved by teacher Ø Supervised by teacher but submitted to an external examiner for marks Ø Worth 10% of your A1 English grade Ø Designed to introduce you to cultures and literary traditions different from your own

I will help you find an appropriate topic (but not assign you one) and ensure that you are proceeding in the right way to meet the requirements and the assessment criteria. I will give you feedback on your topic and your outline. Also, I will read the first draft and comment on it, during a scheduled conference of approximately 30 minutes, by using notes on a separate sheet of paper. I will countersign the cover sheet of the final copy, confirming that it is your own work, and does not contain plagiarism.
 * The role of the teacher: **

Since it is unusual for students to produce a solid assignment with the first draft (although it depends on the way your have prepared and your experience in writing such assignments), //expect to revise at least two or three drafts if you want to achieve your desired grade.// As I am only required to read your first draft, I will expect you to work independently from then on with only some further prodding and encouragement; it is up to you to take an interest in your work and revise it yourself. //Use the assessment criteria and the checklist provided below to estimate your standards and the areas to improve.//
 * The role of the student: **

**World Literature Assessment Criteria ** A: An appropriate, specific, and clearly defined topic Independent ideas, well developed in relation to the topic, and showing personal response

B: Good knowledge of the works studied Detailed knowledge of and good insight onto the aspect of the texts chosen Meaningful linking of words, and appreciation of similarities and differences Appreciation of the cultural setting, where appropriate

C: Effective, clear, and logical structure Precise and pertinent references Within the word limit

D: Clear written expression Conventions of written work (paragraphing, spelling, grammar) carefully observed Appropriate register (vocabulary, tone, sentence structure)