Criteria for Writing an Experiential Narrative

Purpose

• Purpose is clear or obvious
• Main purpose achieved overall

Organization

• Main points, coherent and integrated
• Look is professional
• Organization good overall

Professional Content

• Appropriate use of professional vocabulary
• Evidence of growth as a professional

Persona/Voice

• Strong clear voice that is appropriate for purpose and audience

Mechanics and Grammar

• Uses correct mechanics
• Uses correct grammar

Strong Evidence of Maturation and Growth as a Writer

Critical Thinking

• Thoughtful with strong evidence of critical analysis
• Evidence of appropriate ethical standards

Example of a critiqued Experiential Narrative - pdf

Critique of the essay:

     This wonderful poem expresses both the nursing student's perspective on her school health experience and an understanding of a child's feelings regarding her chronic illness. The writer expresses her caring as well as her ability to think critically about the experience.

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