In AP Language, some students find the rubrics difficult to digest, especially when determining if they met the standard of a particular row. By using this resource as a self-checklist or a peer edit form, students are able to determine if they meet the requirements of the essay before giving it to you.This results in higher metacognition of the requirements of the College Board, but also, it saves time for you. You are now grading the best version of their essay! If students can note their stre