iRubric: Civics Voting Rubric

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Civics Voting Rubric Self Evaluation Essay Examination To be used with the 11th Grade lesson on "How to vote". Use to evaluate students understanding of civic responsibility. Rubric Code: E236WC By jsteel Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Social Sciences Type: Writing Grade Levels: 9-12

Criterion 2-3 page paper
	Poor (N/A)	Fair (N/A)	Good (N/A)	Score (N/A)
Content & Development 50 pts What is your view of voting? How has it changed throughout our unit? Cite at least four points covered in class	Poor - Content is incomplete. -Content demonstrates no clarity of thought. - Two or less points are effectively utilized. 0-41 points	Fair - Content is not comprehensive. - Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought. -Three or less points are effectively utilized -Level of effectiveness is not communicated thoroughly 42-49 points	Good - Content is comprehensive. - Major points are stated clearly and are well supported. -Four or more points are effectively utilized. - Content and purpose of the writing are clear. 50 points	Score
Organization & Structure 20 pts	Poor - Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer. - Paragraph is disjointed and lack transition of thoughts. 0-11 points	Fair - Structure of the paragraph is not easy to follow. - Paragraph transitions need improvement. 12-19 points	Good - Structure of the paragraph is clear and easy to follow. 20 points	Score
Format 10 pts 2-3 pages in length, opening and closing paragraphs contain clear thesis, format is easy to follow	Poor - Paper lacks many elements of correct formattting. - Paragraph is inadequate/excessive in length. 0-6 points	Fair - Paper follows most guidelines. - Paper is over/ under page length requirements. 7-9 points	Good - Paper follows designated guidelines. - Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment. 10 points	Score
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling 20 pts	Poor - Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses jargon or conversational tone. 0-11 points	Fair - Paper contains less than 2 grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors. - Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone. 12-19 points	Good - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure. 20 points	Score