Module 1 Initiating the Writing Process

Lab 1.1
Creating a Concept Map
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In this assignment, you will complete two tasks: (1) using the first step of the writing process to create a
concept map; and (2) writing a paragraph to reflect on this step.
Task 1: Create a Concept Map
 Think of a time when you have had to make a choice such as buying a car, purchasing a home,
picking a major, or choosing a career.
 Create a concept map on the choice you have made.
Task 2: Write a Paragraph
 Write a well-developed paragraph explaining the steps involved in creating the concept map.
 In the paragraph, explain the steps involved in creating the concept map.
 Explain ways in which the concept mapping technique was helpful for you in generating the main
points and additional supporting ideas.
 State how the concept mapping technique can be beneficial in various types of writing projects in
both school and the workplace.
Include the concept map and paragraph in a Microsoft Word document for submission.
Submission Requirements:
Submit your responses in a Microsoft Word document with the following specifications:
 Font: Arial, 12-Point
 Line Spacing: Double
 Length: 300 words
Note: You will have two attempts to work on this assessment. The instructor will issue a grade on the first
draft submission. After receiving comments and feedback from your instructor, you have the option to
revise the concept map and submit it for regrading. If a second attempt is not submitted, the grade for the
first attempt will be scored as the final grade for the assessment.
EN1320: Module 1 Initiating the Writing Process
Lab 1.1
Creating a Concept Map
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Evaluation Criteria:
Your submission will be evaluated against the following criteria using the lab rubric:
 Are the central idea of three main points and two supporting details for each main point correctly
labeled and organized in the concept map?
 Are the links between the ideas and points in the concept map meaningful and complete in a clear
hierarchy?
 Is the concept map logically formatted using appropriate tools to show how the ideas connect to
and support each other?
 Does the paragraph discussing the concept mapping technique contain a topic sentence, three
supporting detail sentences, and a concluding sentence?
 Does the paragraph specifically explore how the concept mapping technique was helpful in
generating ideas?
 Does the paragraph explain how concept mapping can be used in other projects?