A Focused, Well-Presented Issue |
How well does the writer present the issue?
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A Well-Supported Position |
How well does the writer argue in support of the position?
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An Effective Response to Opposing Views |
How effectively has the writer responded to others’ reasons and likely objections?
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A Clear, Logical Organization |
How clearly and logically has the writer organized the argument?
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Before concluding your peer review, be sure to address any of the writer’s concerns that have not been discussed already.
Making Comments Electronically Most word processing software offers features that allow you to insert comments directly into the text of someone else’s document. Many readers prefer to make their comments this way because it tends to be faster than writing on hard copy and space is virtually unlimited; it also eliminates the process of deciphering handwritten comments. Where such features are not available, simply typing comments directly into a document in a contrasting color can provide the same advantages.