Proposal follows a problem/solution/justification form (or some derivation thereof)

 

Heading done correctly (esp. business letter)

 

Backing sources included

Organization

 

Purpose

Proposal has a chance of being followed/implemented

 

Stays on topic

 

Audience is a group that can actually effect change

 

Local, worthwhile proposal with community interest?

Tone/Style

Tone is professional, persuasive, and businesslike

 

Concise and interesting controlled prose writing

 

Other possible solutions are introduced and discounted

MLA essay or business letter conventions followed

 

Works Cited (W/C) Page(s) according to MLA style

 

 Relatively error-free prose that follows American English written conventions (since there are no official rules)

Editing and conventions:

Development

Problem well-explained

 

Consequences of inaction noted

 

Solution is detailed enough to be followed

 

2 pages minimum business letter/3 for essay

 

 

The Proposal Paper

Comments on Back

Insufficient

 Acceptable

 Excellent

Student:______________________________________________

This paper will pass final portfolio in its present form:

 

Yes, as it is               Probably, but changes should be made          Probably not without revision

Grade: