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Essay
Student generated ideas for a meaningful essay. This one will be used for Canyonlands Reflection
Rubric Code:
F23C9W
By
annhanson
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8
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Canyonlands Reflection Essay
Poor
1 pts
Fair
2 pts
Good
3 pts
Excellent
4 pts
Title
Poor
Not Acceptable
Fair
Not Acceptable
Good
Has a title that gets the job done but is not catchy.
Excellent
Uses a catchy Title that relates to the content of the essay.
Lead
Poor
Not Acceptable
Fair
Not Acceptable
Good
Has some kind of lead or introduction but it is not interesting.
Excellent
Has a strong, to the point lead that expresses a definite opinion.
Topic Development
Poor
Not Acceptable
Fair
Extraneous details are included.
Good
Mostly stays on topic but does not paint a good picture for the reader. Uses minimal examples.
Excellent
Sticks to the topic and uses facts, quotes, and/or dialogue to support the writer's message. Uses concise descriptions that allow the reader to see the setting or action.
Personal Experience/Point of View
Poor
Not Acceptable
Fair
No reflection evident.
Good
May show some connection to personal experience and feelings but is not powerful.
Excellent
Clearly draws on personal experience. The writer's feelings and observations are clear and relevant. The writer analyzes, critiques, or informs.
Figurative Language & Imagery
Poor
Not Acceptable
Fair
Not Acceptable
Good
Figurative Language may be used but it feels like it was just thrown in.
Excellent
Figurative language is used appropriately for effect.
Conclusion
Poor
Not Acceptable
Fair
Not Acceptable
Good
Has somewhat of a conclusion but does not wrap things up for the reader.
Excellent
Concludes in a manner that leaves the reader thinking about the essay's topic.
"So What"
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Not Acceptable
Fair
Not Acceptable
Good
The purpose is revealed in the conclusion.
Excellent
The essay shows purpose beyond simple narration.
Transition Words/Phrases
Poor
Not Acceptable
Fair
Paragraph breaks are the only evident transitions.
Good
Some transitions are used but they don't help the flow of the essay.
Excellent
Uses helpful transition words to connect paragraphs and ideas. Transitions create a smooth flowing piece.
Usage & Mechanics
Poor
Not Acceptable
Fair
No editing apparent.
Good
Minor errors in sentence formation, spelling, capitalization or punctuation.
Excellent
No errors in sentence formation, spelling, capitalization or punctuation.
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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