Written Assignment

Unit 4 Written Assignment: Grammar Mastery - Exercises and Editing Practice

Assignment Description:

For this written assignment, you will complete a series of grammar exercises (over the duration of the unit) focusing on the advanced structures covered in the unit. These exercises will be provided and will challenge you to apply what you’ve learned.

In addition, you will receive a text with deliberate grammatical errors. Your task is to edit this text for grammatical accuracy, demonstrating your understanding of the advanced structures and your ability to apply this knowledge in a practical context. This part provides practice for the pair assignment.

Scaffolding:

Approach the grammar exercises methodically. Take your time to think through each question and don’t rush. Use your notes and any resources you find helpful. For the editing task, read the text several times, making sure you understand it before you start making corrections.

Grading Rubric:

Categories	Grade A	Grade C	Grade E
Understanding	Demonstrates excellent understanding of advanced grammatical structures by correctly completing all exercises and accurately editing the provided text.	Demonstrates a satisfactory understanding of advanced grammatical structures by correctly completing most exercises and making most necessary corrections in the provided text.	Demonstrates a limited understanding of advanced grammatical structures by completing fewer exercises correctly and missing several necessary corrections in the provided text.
Application	Accurately applies knowledge of grammatical structures to complete exercises and edit the provided text.	Mostly accurately applies knowledge of grammatical structures, but some mistakes are present.	Struggles to apply knowledge of grammatical structures accurately in exercises and editing.
Attention to Detail	Carefully and accurately identifies and corrects all grammatical errors in the provided text.	Identifies and corrects most grammatical errors in the provided text, but some mistakes are present.	Misses several grammatical errors in the provided text or makes inappropriate corrections.
Language Use	Language is clear, precise, and appropriate. Few or no grammatical errors in corrections.	Language is clear and appropriate, with some minor grammatical errors in corrections.	Language use is basic, with frequent grammatical errors in corrections.
Overall Impact	Demonstrates a strong grasp of advanced grammatical structures, reflected in excellent performance in exercises and editing task.	Demonstrates a satisfactory grasp of advanced grammatical structures, reflected in adequate performance in exercises and editing task, though areas for improvement may exist.	Does not demonstrate a solid grasp of advanced grammatical structures, reflected in limited success in exercises and editing task.

Remember, grammar can be complex, and it’s normal to make mistakes. Use this as a learning experience to further your understanding of English grammar. Good luck!