iRubric: Opinion Paragraph rubric

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Opinion Paragraph Opinion Rubric Code: B75WC2 By foxcheryl Draft Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: (none)

Opinion Paragraph
	Secure 25 pts	Developing 15 pts	Beginning 10 pts
Topic Sentence	Secure Topic sentence is stated in a complete sentence and fully expresses an opinion about the topic.	Developing Topic sentence is stated in a complete sentence and somewhat expresses an opinion about the topic.	Beginning Topic is not stated in a complete sentence, but does express an opinion.
Supporting Opinions and Reasons	Secure Contains sufficient supporting opinions and specific reasons to support opinions.	Developing Contains some supporting opinions and some specific reasons to support opinions.	Beginning Contains few supporting opinions and few specific reasons to support opinions.
Organization/Structure	Secure Logical progression of details. Transitions are appropriate and used effectively.	Developing Logical progression of details. Transitions present, however do not enhance the overall effectiveness of the paragraph. Organization is clear. Some transitions are present.	Beginning No discernable organization. Transitions are not present.
GUMS	Secure 1-2 errors in capitalization, punctuation, grammar or spelling so the paragraph is exceptionally easy to read.	Developing 3-5 errors in capitalization, punctuation, grammar or spelling but the paragraph is still easy to read.	Beginning More than 5 errors in capitalization, punctuation, grammar or spelling that catch the readers attention and interrupt the flow of the paragraph.