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Project Based Writing Pieces 
Project Based Writing Pieces
Developed for Project-Based Writing by Teacher Created Resources
Rubric Code: H2467A3
By beedebora
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Exceeds

4 pts

Meets

3 pts

Approaching

2 pts

Not Evident

1 pts

Inclusion of Research

Research is evident in the writing of the paper. The student knows the topic.
Exceeds

Several pieces of factual evidence from research is included in the writing piece. The student does not rely only on his/her own expertise or experience.
Meets

Factual evidence from research is included in the writing piece. The student does not rely only on his/her own expertise or experience.
Approaching

Factual evidence from research may be included in the writing piece. However, the student relies mostly on his/her own expertise or experience.
Not Evident

No factual evidence from research is included. The student relies only on his/her knowledge.
Topic Evident Throughout

The students chosen topic is obvious in the writing piece.
Exceeds

There is a clear connection between the writing piece and the student's chosen topic. The topic is effectively woven throughout the paper.
Meets

There is a clear connection between the writing piece and the student's chosen topic.
Approaching

The connection between the writing piece and the topic is not completely clear. However, you can see it with a stretch of the imagination.
Not Evident

The connection between the writing piece and the topic is not evident.
Quality of Writing

Writing is natural, flows smoothly, complex, and interesting.
Exceeds

Writing is clear and understandable. The style engages the reader. Little effort has to be made to follow the writer's thinking. Writing flows very naturally. Powerful words are chosen to communicate thoughts and ideas.
Meets

Writing is clear and understandable. The style engages the reader. Little effort has to be made to follow the writer's thinking. Effective words are chosen to communicate thoughts and ideas.
Approaching

Writing is understandable. The style attempts to engage the reader; however, effort has to be made in some places to follow the writer's thinking. Words are not chosen carefully.
Not Evident

Writing is somewhat understandable. Effort has to be follow the writer's thinking. Little attention is given to choosing precise words.
Creativity

Thought and creativity is shown in the writing.
Exceeds

The writer shows exceptional originality of thought. The writer's voice is evident in the paper.
Meets

The writer shows originality of thought. The writer's voice is evident in the paper.
Approaching

Some originality is evident, but mostly the writer chose common themes.
Not Evident

Little originality is evident. The paper is full of cliches.
Organization

The paper is organized in the way fitting to the genre.
Exceeds

The paper is organized according to what is proper for the genre. All the required parts are present. Thoughts flow logically and naturally. Transitions between topics are smooth.
Meets

The paper is organized according to what is proper for the genre. All the required parts are present. Thoughts flow logically.
Approaching

An obvious attempt was made to organize the paper per what is standard for the genre. However, not all elements are present. The flow of thoughts is not always logical.
Not Evident

Little to no attempt was made to organize the paper per what is standard for the genre. Not all elements are present. The flow of thoughts shows little logic.
Conventions

Attention is paid to grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Exceeds

No errors are made.
Meets

Few errors are made. Errors do not hinder understanding the writer.
Approaching

Up to 5 errors that interfere with understanding are present in the paper.
Not Evident

More than 5 errors that hinder understanding are present in the paper.
Neatness

The paper meets proper formatting standards for the genre.
Exceeds

The paper is neat. Formatting proper for the genre is followed. All details are followed.
Meets

The paper is neat. Formatting proper for the genre is followed. There may be a few minor errors, such as not double spacing.
Approaching

The paper is typed. The format proper for the genre is not followed closely; however, an attempt is made. The paper may lack proper headings or not use proper fonts.
Not Evident

The paper may or may not be typed. Little or no attempt to follow the proper formatting is made.




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