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Romantic Era Composer Research Project 
Composer Research Paper
Rubric for Research Paper of a Famous Musical Composer
Rubric Code: DX4W339
By psfskincare
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Subject: Music  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Advanced

5 pts

Proficient

4 pts

Developing

3 pts

Needs Improvement

2 pts

Introduction

Point Weight: x 2
Advanced

The introductory paragraph is well written, clear to the reader, and provides a general synopsis of what the paper is about.
Proficient

The introduction not only indicates the main idea of the paper, and captures interest, but also transitions well into the body of the paper.
Developing

The introductory statement states the main idea or point.
Needs Improvement

Paper includes an introductory statement, but does not state the main idea.
Body

Point Weight: x 2
Advanced

Student will have referenced the sources used stated on the Bibliography page, as well as achieved all of the aspects of a "good" paper previously stated.
Proficient

Consists of a well written research paper, with no spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors. Body of paper also demonstrates a good knowledge of the subject.
Developing

Consists of key points, is clearly organized from a chronological outline, and has few grammatical and spelling errors.
Needs Improvement

The Body of the paper touches on all the key points of the composers' life and is presented in chronological order.
Conclusion

Point Weight: x 2
Advanced

This conclusion will contain all previously stated aspects, as well as containing no spelling and grammatical errors.
Proficient

The conclusion not only transitions well, summarizing the contributions of the composer, but also commenting on what this composer is best known for in today's musical world.
Developing

The student brings the reader to a conclusion by summarizing the key events in the composers' life, and relating these events to the musical accomplishments.
Needs Improvement

The student summarizes the major events in the composers' life with a summary statement or paragraph.
Bibliography

Point Weight: x 2
Advanced

Bibliography page does not contain spelling errors, uses the correct format, contains more than 2 sources, and the title or publication is underlined or in quotations.
Proficient

Bibliography page follows the correct format, lists at least 2 sources, is correctly spaced on the page.
Developing

Bibliography page follows the correct format given for this assignment.
Needs Improvement

Bibliography page is included with the Research Paper
Cover Page

Point Weight: x 2
Advanced

Cover page follows the correct format given for this assignment, includes a creative title that pertains to the conclusion paragraph and displays a photo or graphic of the composer or of his work.
Proficient

Cover page follows the correct format given for this assignment and includes a creative title that pertains to the conclusion paragraph.
Developing

Cover page follows the correct format given for this assignment.
Needs Improvement

Cover page is included with the research paper.






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