PEEL
Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link
Choose PEEL when your assignment uses these four labels. Compare their order with the version on your rubric.
Free paragraph structure tool
Free PEEL, TEEL and CER paragraph coach
Paste one paragraph and label each sentence yourself. The coach helps you compare the order with your rubric and connect evidence to explanation or reasoning.
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Keep the question beside your paragraph while you check each part.
Label a sentence
Choose its job, then click the sentence.
Write or paste one paragraph
Choose a label above, then click a sentence.
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How to use the paragraph checker
Bring one paragraph and the question it answers. You make each decision; the coach keeps the checking process in front of you.
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Label each sentence
Choose a role, then click the sentence you think performs it.
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Compare your map
Read the coloured labels from left to right and compare that order with your rubric.
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Check the connections
Pair Evidence with Explanation or Reasoning, then review the opening and Link.
PEEL, TEEL and CER paragraph structures
Schools use several versions of these frameworks. Choose the option that matches your assignment, then compare the order with your teacher’s rubric.
TEEL
Topic sentence, Evidence, Explanation, Link
Choose TEEL when your assignment begins with a Topic sentence and includes a Link.
CER
Claim, Evidence, Reasoning
Choose CER when your response needs a Claim supported by Evidence and Reasoning.
You do the thinking
You choose the labels and answer each coaching question. The tool records those choices so you can examine the paragraph one part at a time.
The coach records
- The role you assign to each sentence
- Your PEEL, TEEL or CER structure map
- The Evidence and Explanation or Reasoning pairs you connect
You decide
- The job each sentence performs
- Whether the order matches your rubric
- Whether the evidence supports the idea and the explanation makes sense
PEEL, TEEL and CER questions
What does PEEL stand for?
This coach uses Point, Evidence, Explanation, and Link. Some teachers use a different order or meaning, so follow the version on your assignment or rubric.
What does TEEL stand for?
This coach uses Topic sentence, Evidence, Explanation, and Link. Check your teacher’s instructions before you begin.
What does CER stand for?
CER stands for Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning. The reasoning explains how the evidence supports the claim.
How do I check a PEEL paragraph?
Paste the assignment question and one paragraph. Label each sentence, compare your map with the rubric, then connect every Evidence sentence to the Explanation that works with it.
Does Paragraph Coach identify the sentence roles for me?
No. You decide what each sentence does. The coach records your choices and asks questions that help you examine the structure.
Does Paragraph Coach grade or rewrite my paragraph?
No. It does not grade the argument, judge the evidence, or write sentences. Use your teacher’s feedback and rubric for those decisions.
Is my paragraph sent to Cedarmount?
No. Your writing stays in your browser. The browser stores a copy only after you choose Save.
Should I use PEEL, TEEL, or CER?
Use the framework named on the assignment or rubric. Ask your teacher when the instructions do not name one.
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