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AFTG--Research Paper 2016 
AFTG--Research Paper 2015
Prompt: Describe how the person you selected should be considered an Agent for the Good based on one of the Bible passages you studied.
Rubric Code: CX54775
By KSDavis
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Draft Comments

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Approaches Expectations

7 pts

Meets Expectations

9 pts

Exceeds Expectations

10 pts

Content

Draft Comments
Approaches Expectations

Bible theme is not clearly connected or is not apparent. Thesis statement and topic sentences are missing or ineffective. Details are present but lacking in relevance or energy.
Meets Expectations

Bible theme is only moderately supported. Thesis statement and topic sentences are clear and generally effective. Details are relevant but not always interesting and engaging.
Exceeds Expectations

Theme of the Bible passage is supported thoroughly. Thesis statement and topic sentences are clear, dynamic and effective. Details are relevant, interesting and engaging.
Organization

Draft Comments
Approaches Expectations

Essay strays from standard format; introduction and/or conclusion are weak. Paragraphs may be somewhat unclear.
Meets Expectations

Essay adheres to the given format, with a satisfactory introduction and conclusion. Body paragraphs are organized coherently with a topic sentence, supporting details, and a conclusion.
Exceeds Expectations

Essay adheres to the given format with a strong introduction (including an engaging hook) and a strong, overall conclusion (including an engaging "so what?" idea). Paragraphs flow in a coherent and logical manner and include all the required components, including thoughtful transitions.
Incorporation of Research Ideas

Draft Comments
Approaches Expectations

What is cited as supporting evidence is ineffective, but an attempt is made to utilize outside resources. Quotations are only minimally framed with analysis.
Meets Expectations

Details are included as supporting evidence but are not always significant or prove person is an AFTG. Quotations are framed but analysis is not always thorough.
Exceeds Expectations

Significant details are cited as supporting evidence of the thesis. All quotations are appropriately framed with an introductory phrase or clause and followed by two or more sentences of thoughtful analysis.
Incorporation of MLA Format

Draft Comments
Approaches Expectations

Signal phrases and/or in-text citations are not utilized or utilized incorrectly. Errors in Works Cited entries show student has not mastered this skill.
Meets Expectations

Attempts are made to incorporate signal phrases and/or in-text citations, but fluency is sometimes off. Works Cited entries contain minimal errors.
Exceeds Expectations

Appropriate signal phrases and/or in-text citations are correctly punctuated and fluently incorporated. Works Cited entries are correctly formatted.
Word Choice/Description

Draft Comments
Approaches Expectations

Language may be repetitive. Word usage is basic or nonspecific. Sparse amount of details and description. Statements are rarely supported.
Meets Expectations

Language is moderately varied. Relevant and thoughtful words are used. Details and description are employed throughout most of the essay. Support is provided for most statements.
Exceeds Expectations

Language is varied, exact, and sophisticated. Vivid and detailed description is employed throughout. Statements are supported thoroughly. Vocabulary words, when used, are highlighted for easy identification.
Includes fewer than 10 "To Be" verbs.
Conventions

Draft Comments
Approaches Expectations

Many capitalization, punctuation, spelling and/or grammar errors are present. MLA format is not utilized.
Meets Expectations

A few capitalization, punctuation and grammar errors are present. There may be a few spelling errors, but they do not interfere with meaning.
Exceeds Expectations

Proper use of capitalization, punctuation, and grammar. Spelling errors are virtually non-existent. Paper feels polished.
Color Coding

Draft Comments

1. BOLD Thesis
2. RED Citations/Signal Phrases
3. GREEN Quotations/Paraphrases
4. BLUE Analysis
Approaches Expectations
Meets Expectations
Exceeds Expectations



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