AR Sample Papers Strengths & Weaknesses

Sample Paper 1
Strengths:
1) The writer finds success with their use of sources because they accurately portray each topic that is covered
2) The structure of the paper is designed well, simply sticking to the three main points' body paragraphs from the thesis
3) The APA format and overall grammar of the paper is correct
Weaknesses:
1) The paper, especially near the end of the main body paragraphs lacks extensive analysis; the paragraphs tend to end off with one quick line of analysis
2) The writer doesn't attempt to tie in rhetorical devices like tone, voice, or word choice, which could help strengthen the paper more
3) Relating writing conventions to topics such as author, topic, audience, and genre is somewhat absent

Sample Paper 2
Strengths:
1) The author does touch on the differences between academic and nonacademic writing
2) Voice is briefly written about in the paper, which is great for touching on the rhetorical elements predominantly found in their respective field
3) The information that the author retrieved from the subjects interviewed helped to understand writing in the field of psychology
Weaknesses:
1) Right off the bat, there seems to be some issues regarding the APA format, including a lack of a header, headings, and title page
2) The paper reads like a dialogue script from a play, as opposed to an evaluative and informative paper
3) There are many issues with grammar, structure, and quotations in the paper

Sample Paper 3
Strengths:
1) The layout of the APA format is all correct, not missing any details
2) The author thoroughly explains each topic about writing in their field
3) All of the points are well analyzed, fully explaining why the authors of their field tend to do what the do
Weaknesses:
1) The two sources' writings referenced in the first paragraph, which the author claimed are within the same defined format, although they are not
2) A lack of rhetorical devices used in the paper is evident
3) The conclusion could end with a better, unforgettable line, giving the readers something valuable to be left with

Sample Paper 4
Strengths:
1) Good use of examples to support the author's claims
2) Touches on many rhetorical devices, especially SLR
3) Correct use of format and citations
Weaknesses:
1) Author compares academic and non-academic writing early in the paper(not in a conclusion)
2) Could at times use more analysis in certain areas
3) Some paragraphs are a little lengthy and could be broken up

Sample Paper 5
Strengths:
1) Touches on many rhetorical devices
2) Introduces and explains quotations well
3) Analysis is on par with expectations
Weaknesses:
1) Sections could be better split into academic and non-academic categories
2) Some issues  with grammar throughout the paper
3) A block quote can be used for the quotation in the "Keeping It Brief" and "Language Selection" sections

Sample Paper 6
Strengths:
1) Correct use of quotes and introducing/explaining of them
2) Great usage of examples to back up points, especially Brook's model and the sales manual
3) Paper is well structured and organized
Weaknesses:
1) The writer doesn't attempt to tie in rhetorical devices like tone, voice, or word choice, which could help strengthen the paper more
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