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Compare/Contrast Sources Essay 
Compare/Contrast Essay
Compare/Contrast essay on research sources.
Rubric Code: D32285
By kazwal
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Subject: (General)  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Criteria for Essay
  Poor

1 pts

Fair

2 pts

Good

3 pts

Excellent

4 pts

Introduction/Thesis

Poor

Introduction and thesis statement do not introduce all sources for comparison or contrast, or they may not be a complete sentence. No controlling point about the sources is evident.
Fair

Introduction and thesis statement introduce the sources for comparison or contrast, but they either do not give accurate and complete information, or they do not emphasize the author's point for the comparison or contrast.
Good

Introduction and thesis statement create interest and are fairly well developed. But while they cover all sources,
they are not very engaging.
Excellent

Very well developed introduction and thesis statement. They engage the reader and create interest. They cover all sources and the author's point for the comparison or the contrast.
Support/Analysis

Poor

Essay is principally descriptive, not analytical. Supporting details are incorrect, absent, or inappropriate for comparison/contrast.
Fair

Essay provides comparative analysis of different sources but does not include much original thought. There are details, but they are not clear, specific, or supportive of the author's argument.
Good

Essay provides comparative analysis and shows some original thought. Details are clear and specific, but limited in number or do not convincingly support the author's argument.
Excellent

Essay provides thought-provoking, comparative analysis of all sources. Details are clear and specific, and convincingly support the author's argument.
Conclusion

Poor

There is no conclusion evident in the essay, or the conclusion is not related to the remainder of the essay.
Fair

The concluding paragraph makes a point about the subjects for comparison or contrast, but it does not unify or "wrap-up" the essay effectively.
Good

The concluding paragraph unifies the essay around the subjects and the point used for comparison or contrast, but it is not very engaging or interesting.
Excellent

The concluding paragraph effectively unifies the essay around the subjects and the point used for comparison or contrast. It contains an engaging and interesting point about the comparison or contrast of the subjects.
Content Mastery

Poor

No discernible understanding of differences in sources, application of CASA criteria to the sources, or source selection relative to the information need.
Fair

Demonstrates some understanding of differences in sources, application of CASA criteria to the sources, and source selection relative to the information need. However, neglects or misconstrues two or more sources or criteria.
Good

Demonstrates some understanding of differences in sources, application of CASA criteria to the sources, and source selection relative to the information need. However, neglects or misconstrues one source or criterion.
Excellent

Demonstrates clear understanding of differences in sources, application of CASA criteria to the sources, and source selection relative to the information need.
Mechanics and Style

Poor

Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization. Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences.
Fair

A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization. Although distracting, the meaning and intent of the essay can still be discerned. Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better.
Good

A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the essay. Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. There is consistent tone and word choice is appropriate.
Excellent

No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization. Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Consistent and appropriate tone and word choice is used throughout the essay.



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