iRubric: Persuasive Editorial rubric

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Persuasive Editorial Persuasive Editorial Students will write a persuasive editorial of their choice topic, while applying their knowledge of ethos, pathos, and logos. Rubric Code: E777WA By terrillenglish Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Criterion
	Exceeds Expectations 3 pts	Meets Expectations 2 pts	Needs Revision (Meets Expectations in Editing) 1 pts
Content & Development 3 pts	Exceeds Expectations Content is comprehensive, accurate Persuasive appeals are identifiable and accurately used Major points are stated clearly and are well supported with good details. Content and purpose of the writing are clear. Ethos, pathos, and logos are used appropriately and effectively.	Meets Expectations Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive. Persuasive appeals are identifiable but questionable Major points are addressed, but not well supported. Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought. Ethos, pathos, and logos are used.	Needs Revision Content is incomplete. Major points are not clear and /or persuasive. Lack of persuasive appeals Ethos, pathos, or logos are present but not all are used and/or are not used correctly.
Organization & Structure 3 pts	Exceeds Expectations At least 5 paragraphs which follow the editorial structure Counter-argument present and clearly addressed for the reader	Meets Expectations 5 paragraphs which follow the editorial structure Paragraph transitions need some improvement. Counterargument is present and/or addressed	Needs Revision Organization and structure detract from the content. Article is disjointed and lack transition of thoughts. 4-5 paragraphs Lack of counterargument
Opening & Conclusion 3 pts	Exceeds Expectations Thesis contains a clear MRS and piques interest of reader. Closing summarizes argument in a new way and calls reader to action in favor of author's opinion.	Meets Expectations Thesis contains clear MRS. Closing summarizes argument with a call to action.	Needs Revision Thesis and/or closing unclear.
Editing 1 pts	Exceeds Expectations	Meets Expectations	Needs Revision Rules of grammar and usage are followed. Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure. Strong use of descriptive vocabulary