iRubric: Peer Edit Review Rubric

Main idea is not present or is unclear.

Main Idea is present but does not restate the prompt.

Main Idea is present and clearly written.

The Main Idea is a clear restating of the prompt.

Transitions are not present or do not effectively direct readers from one example to the next.

Transitions are present but do not effectively direct readers from one example to the next. They may be basic and/or cofusing.

Transitions are present and direct readers from one example to the next though not to the level of excellent. They may be basic and/or confusing.

Transitions are present and effectively dierect readers from one example to the next, as well as from one paragraph to the next. They exhibit sophistication on the part of the writer.

Word usage is inappropriate to the essay.

Some word usage is appropriate, some not.

Word usage is appropriate.

Word usage is appropriate for the essay and reflects sophistication on the part of the writer.

Lapses and errors occasionally interfere with meaning.

WRiting generally has clarity and control. Lapses do not interfere with meaning.

Writing has clarity and control. Few lapses or errors are present and do not interfere with communication.

Writing is competent, confident and controlled.