1. DO-NOW: Write a definition for analysis in your notebook. According to regentsprep.org, to analyze is ‘to determine the nature and relationship of the component elements’

2. Look at the Essay Rubric 543210 Task Thoroughly develops all aspects of the task evenly and in depth Develops all aspects of the task but may do so somewhat unevenly Develops all aspects of the task with little depth OR develops most aspects of the task in some depth Minimally develops all aspects of the task OR develops some aspects of the task in some depth Minimally develops some aspects of the task Fails to develop the task Theme Richly supports the theme with many relevant facts, examples, and details Supports the theme with relevant facts, examples, and details Includes some relevant facts, examples, and details; may include some minor inaccuracies Includes few relevant facts, examples, and details; may include some inaccuracies Includes few relevant facts, examples, and details; may include inaccuracies May only refer to the theme in a general way Analysis Is more analytical than descriptive Is both descriptive and analytical Is more descriptive than analytical Is primarily descriptive; may include weak, faulty, or isolated application or analysis Is descriptive; may lack understanding, application, or analysis Is neither descriptive nor analytical Organization Demonstrates a logical and clear plan of organization; includes an introduction and a conclusion that are beyond a restatement of the theme Demonstrates a satisfactory plan of organization; includes an introduction and a conclusion that may be a restatement of the theme Demonstrates a general plan of organization; may lack focus; may contain digressions; may not clearly identify which aspect of the task is being addressed; may lack an introduction and or conclusion May demonstrate a weakness in organization; may lack focus; may contain digressions; may not clearly identify which aspect of the task is being addressed; may lack an introduction and/or conclusion Demonstrates no plan of organization

3. Use an outline Take your time EXPLAIN EVERYTHING!! If you use a vocabulary word, define the vocabulary word in your essay Read the Task Make sure you answer the whole task. Write a Thesis Statement All of your details should support your Thesis statement WRITE! WRITE! WRITE! WRITE! www.regentsprep.org is an extremely useful resource. www.regentsprep.org

4. Using your rubric, you will grade a sample essay from the June 2012 Regents Exam.

5. You will be given one of your classmates essay papers. When grading the essay of a peer, complete it like a teacher, and BE NICE. Keep any inappropriate comments to yourself. On your rubric, circle the box you think correctly describes the essay Give meaningful feedback: Use the box you circled on the rubric to help you give good feedback. Your feedback should be specific.

6. Discuss with a partner why you graded the way you did. Explain how you came to your conclusions, and let them read it and see if they agree with you.

7. How can we get a score of 5 on our Regents Essays?