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Writing Assignments Rubric 
Writing Assignments Rubric
Use of this rubric for grading undergraduate Emergency Management student writing assignments.
Rubric Code: FX2667C
By louisdmt
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Public Rubric
Subject: Humanities  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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  Needs Improvement

70 pts

Proficient

90 pts

Accomplished

100 pts

Content & Development
40 pts

Needs Improvement

- Content is incomplete.
- Major points are not clear and /or persuasive.

- Research is inadequate or does not address course concepts.
- Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.
Proficient

- Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive.
- Major points are addressed, but not well supported.
- Research is adequate
- Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.
Accomplished

- Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive.
- Major points are stated clearly and are well supported.
- Research is adequate, timely and addresses course concepts.
- Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Organization & Structure
20 pts

Needs Improvement

- Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer.
- Paragraph is disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.
Proficient

- Structure of the paragraph is not easy to follow.
- Paragraph transitions adequately.
Accomplished

- Structure of the paragraph is clear and easy to follow.
Format & Citation
15 pts

Needs Improvement

- Paper lacks many elements of correct formattting.

- Paragrpah is inadequate/excessive in length.

- Neglects to apply
required APA format
or applies several
standards incorrectly.
Proficient

- Paper generally follows guidelines.

- Paper is over/ under
length.

- Applies the approved
standards relating to
APA as they apply to the
assigned writing.
Accomplished

- Paper follows designated
guidelines.

- Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.

- Consistently applies the
approved standards relating
to APA where appropriate to
the assigned writing.
Applied Research
10 pts

After Action / Lessons Learned Reports, Case Studies use as needed
Needs Improvement

- Does not incorporate After Action, Lesson Learned or Case Studies as described for the assignment.

- cites data that is inconclusive
or does not support the topic. .
Proficient

- Appropriately incorporates published After Action Reports, Lessons Learned data or results of peer reviewed case studies.

- data adeqautely supports the writers assertion.

- Relies on information from within the First Responder , Emergency Management / Homeland Security information resources/ journals.
Accomplished

- Smartly incorporates published After Action Reports, Lessons Learned data or results of peer reviewed case studies.

- Deftly includes relevant information from multiple sources: Peer reviewed journals in Humanitarian, Health/Medical, Psychosocial Sciences, Environmental /Engineering.
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling
15 pts

Needs Improvement

- Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
- Language uses jargon or conversational tone.

- Uses Agency or Core Competency specific acronyms.

- Overuse of NIMS standardized language and acronyms.
Proficient

- Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.
- Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone.

- Uses NIMS standardized language and acronyms appropriately.
Accomplished

- Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
- Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.

- Uses NIMS standardized
language and acronyms without over reliance to make point.



Keywords:
  • NIMS, Emergency Management



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