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Personal Narrative Memoir Rubric 
Personal Narrative Memoir Rubric
Rubric Code: F27X7X
By acorradi
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Beginning

1 pts

Developing

2 pts

Accomplished

3 pts

Exemplary

4 pts

Genre Characteristics

established definition & focused writing
Beginning

The project does not meet the characteristics of a memoir; or the project is incomplete.
Developing

The project simply catalogues events from the subject's life. There is no unifying theme to the writing.
Accomplished

The project meets most of the characterisitics of a memoir, but the unifying theme needs to be stronger and more explicit.
Exemplary

The project meets the chracterisitics of a memoir. There is a clear unifying theme that focuses the details on the subject's life/ experiences.
Genuine & Vivid

elaboration techniques
Beginning

Little or no detail on the subject's life is included. The memoir does not seem genuine.
Developing

Few details are included about the subject's life. While the memoir seems genuine, more detail is needed.
Accomplished

Details in the memoir provide background or insight, but there are places where more vivid details would improve this piece.
Exemplary

Details in the memoir provide background and insight on the subject's life. The memoir is genuine and vivid!
Technique & Polish

Beginning

Little or no care is given to the written technique and construction of this memoir. There is an apparent lack of time invested on this project.
Developing

There are several errors in conventions and construction of the memoir with few items added for visual impact.
Accomplished

The project includes the elements of good writing techniques with care given to the written and visual portions of the project.
Exemplary

The writing is almost error free with descriptive and concise wording. Additionally, the memoir has a personal touch and high visual impact.
Powerful Images

-Sensory Imagery
-Descriptive Words
-Dialogue
Cover Design
Beginning

The project includes only two or fewer powerful aspects. Little attention has been given to strong memorable images.
Developing

The project includes a few powerful aspects, but they are the exception. The details could be stronger and more memorable.
Accomplished

The project includes some powerful aspects, but the elements of the memoir are not as strong as possible.
Exemplary

The project includes powerful aspects--words, sentences, images, and so forth. The elements of the memoir are strong and truly memorable.
Use of Time

Beginning

Writer seems more interested in aimless chatter and text messaging than working on the craft.
Developing

Time spent crafting the memoir was about 50/50 and although a portion of every period was used, a portion was also wasted.
Accomplished

Writer is able to self-motivate and stay on task and uses available opportunities to fine tune work.
Exemplary

Writer is highly motivated to work, make revisions, and receive feedback. Time is utilized to its fullest potential.




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