When it comes to the “Analyze an Issue” task, they see if a student-
Forms a clear and thoughtful opinion on the issue
Comes up with cogent arguments and examples to support the opinion
Is able to sustain a well-focused, well-organized analysis, connecting ideas coherently
Conveys ideas using effective vocabulary and sentence variety
For the “Analyze an Argument” task, they see if a student-
Forms a clear understanding of the argument
Develops ideas cogently, organizes them logically, and connects them well
Comes up with coherent arguments and examples to support the opinion
Conveys ideas using effective vocabulary and sentence variety