Essay Rubric English 1101

Evaluative Standards

A

Superior

Exceeds Standards

B

Good

Meets Standards

C

Acceptable

Meets Some Standards

D

Needs Improvement

Meets A Few Standards

F

Not Acceptable

Standards Are Not Met

Purpose and Audience

The paper thoroughly fulfills the purpose and is wholly appropriate for the intended audience of the assignment.

20

17

15

13

11

Organization and Coherence

The paper is well organized, unified, and coherent throughout.

20

17

15

13

11

Making Claims

The paper makes a claim that is clearly stated and supported by convincing evidence.

20

17

15

13

11

Supporting Claims

The paper supports its claims with convincing evidence and/or argument.

20

17

15

13

11

Grammar, Mechanics, and Spelling

The paper shows a comprehensive command of vocabulary, syntax, and grammar and contains appropriate and effective sentence structures. There is accuracy in mechanics and, when appropriate, citations.

20

17

15

13

11

Integrating Sources

The paper integrates ideas from source materials; citation is appropriately used; quotes and paraphrasing are sufficiently integrated.

 

No additional points

Minus 1 pt.

Minus 2 pts.

Minus 3 pts.

Minus 4 pts.

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