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Article Annotation Rubric 
Assessment tool for student annotations of journal articles
Rubric Code: G66X7X
By chrislaw
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Public Rubric
Subject: Science  
Type: Assessment  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Poor

2 pts

Fair

3 pts

Good

4 pts

Proficient

5 pts

Composition

Poor

There are errors in spelling, grammar and/or organization that distract the reader and prevent understanding. This work was not proofread nor edited.
Fair

Diction, sentence structure and/or organization may be formulaic or confusing hindering communication.
The parts do not add up to make a cohesive whole.
Good

The composition is good. Minor errors do not interfere with the reader's understanding or enjoyment.
The right words are in a good order.
Proficient

Great words are in a great order.
You composed with skill and style.
The whole is greater than the sum of its parts and you're ready to publish.
Content

Poor

The article was found randomly by a search engine and/or picked b/c it was short. The source may not be a credible publication.
Fair

The author is poorly qualified on the subject and/or this subject is boring. You and the author haven't told us anything that we didn't already know.
Good

The subject of the article is interesting and informative- a good example and application of course content- but not the most interesting article on the subject.
Proficient

This article stimulates both the imagination and the intellect. It will provoke discussion and debate and extends and enhances our classroom learning. Thank you.
Comprehension

Poor

It is NOT apparent that the student understood or communicated the main idea of the article. Important information may have been reported falsely.
Fair

The annotation is incomplete: it lacks important information from the article and/or may leave the reader with obvious questions unanswered
Good

The student summary is complete yet does not extend beyond the words in the article itself. Add facts, insights, supporting or related info to take it to the next level.
Proficient

You've read the fine print between the lines and in your own "voice" helped the author to make his/her point. You've helped the reader to understand and appreciate the topic.
Critique

Poor

The annotation is so incomplete that the reader may be left wondering who wrote what and why.
Fair

This annotation contains most of the necessary elements, but the analysis fails to correctly identify or communicate the author's central thesis.
Good

The analysis is satisfactory but lacks insight into the importance of the topic, the author's qualifications, bias, or the strength of supporting info.
Proficient

This analysis is sophisticated and finely elucidates the author's qualifications, bias and intent, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of the author's work.



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