An introductory paragraph that identifies Olivero’s thesis (using your own words as far

as possible). This can consist of a few short sentences, or a single all-encompassing

sentence that encapsulates the focus of the writer’s work. You need to state whether you

agree or disagree with the writer’s viewpoint on the issue, and provide brief reasons for

your stand.

(5 marks)

Your introductory paragraph should also contain a summary of the Olivero’s

arguments. You should state these briefly, enumerating them using signals such as

firstly, secondly, etc.

(20 marks)

b) Your own assertions about the ideas and issues in Olivero’s article, supported by your

own arguments and evidence drawn from at least three external resources, which agree

or disagree with specific points in the reading. This incorporates and synthesises the

views of others into your writing. Naturally, your critique will be more robust if you cite

more resources. Please present ONE agreement point and THREE disagreement points.

You should recognise the author’s claim, reasons, evidence and assumptions.

(40 marks)

c) A paragraph recognising the overall strengths and weaknesses of Olivero’s arguments.

Please provide ONE area of strength and ONE area of weakness in the main article. You

should also suggest how the author could make his arguments more convincing.

(10 marks)

d) A concluding paragraph that sums up your main points and gives a sense of unity to the

whole essay. Develop your position and assertions pertaining to the key issues using

concession and refutation process. You should reiterate and state briefly the author’s

flaws, if any.

(5 marks)

Your essay must:

e) Be clearly written, logically organised and grammatically correct. Employ resources to

synthesise the perspectives of others. 

Integrate in-text citations and referencing in APA Style.

(10 marks) 

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