A2, 80-89, I: Highly Excellent

These are the qualities associated with the grade A2, 80-89, I: Highly Excellent.

KnowledgeRange [breadth/depth]Comprehensive, fully assimilated and with highly excellent evidence of independent reading.
 Command of MaterialImaginative, authoritative, with original insight producing a subtle and nuanced piece of work of potentially publishable quality.
 Awareness of ScholarshipFully conversant with relevant literature and major issues surrounding a topic. Demonstrates a highly excellent awareness of related material beyond the confines of the topic itself and an ability to incorporate this convincingly.
Argument & analysisFocus on QuestionSharply focussed on clear line of argument in response to the question, while showing highly excellent awareness of the complexities and wider ramifications of the issues raised.
 Clarity of StructureLogically sophisticated, fully coherent structure, fluently developed.
 Analytical Skills and Independence of ThoughtCritically acute, perceptive and sophisticated throughout. Demonstrates an exceptional ability to analyse issues and texts from a number of points of view culminating in a strongly independent conclusion.
 Use & Evaluation of EvidenceCompelling use of extensive primary evidence to support a convincing and original argument; demonstrating mastery of relevant critical contexts and/or debates through engagement with secondary sources.
Language & ExpressionClarity, Organisation & AccuracyLucid and precise; excellent paragraphing.
 Grammar & SyntaxSophisticated syntax and correct grammar.
 SpellingAccurate.
 Fluency of WritingFluent, sophisticated, acute and mature.
Scholarly apparatusAccuracy & Consistency of ReferencingAccurate, consistent, well judged and appropriate throughout.
 Accuracy & Consistency of Works Cited listComplete, accurate, consistent and logically organised.

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