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In-Class Essay
In-Class Essay
Analysis of an Argument: In-Class Essay; Critical Thinking
Rubric Code:
J794AC
By
allisonic
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
Undergraduate
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Criteria for In-Class Essay
100
Poor
5 pts
Fair
10 pts
Good
15 pts
Excellent
20 pts
UNITY:Introduction
20 pts
Poor
The introduction and thesis statement do not include what is being argued, and there is no clear stand taken.
Fair
The introduction and thesis statement contains the topic being argued, but they may not take a clear stand.
Good
The introduction and thesis statement are fairly well developed. But they are not very engaging or creative.
Excellent
Very well developed introduction and thesis statement. They engage the reader and create interest.
SUPPORT:Body Paragraphs
20 pts
Poor
Each paragraph does not contain a topic sentence. obvious fallacies that contradict the details and examples. Perhaps the argument is an unsupported rant.
Fair
Each paragraph contains a topic sentence but the relationship to the thesis is not clearly evident in each one.
there are few concrete and specific details or examples to support the argument adequately
Good
Each paragraph contains a topic sentence related to the thesis statement.
Reasons for the argument are stated and there are enough details and examples to support the argument adequately and logically.
Excellent
Each paragraph contains a clearly focused topic sentence that relates to the thesis statement.
Concrete and specific examples are presented that effectively support and strengthen the argument.
COHERENCE: Overall Organization
20 pts
Poor
No discernible organization. Reasons are either missing or not in any discernible order. They do not support the argument or there are obvious fallacies.
Fair
Reasons are in a discernible order, but there are not enough to effectively support the argument as presented in the thesis statement.
Good
Reasons are in a clear. effective order and they adequately support the argument as presented in the thesis statement.
Excellent
Reasons are effectively supported by details and examples that are presented in a very effective order that enhances and strengthens the argument.
Sentence Skills
20 pts
Poor
There is no apparent conclusion or restating of the argument. Writing is confusing and hard to follow. . The tone and purpose is inconsistent and difficult to determine.
Fair
The concluding paragraph summarizes the argument based on the thesis, but it offers little to no additional support or validity for the argument. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better.
Good
The concluding paragraph restates the argument based on the thesis statement. It also gives valid and logical reasons that support the argument. Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure.
Excellent
The concluding paragraph clearly and effectively restates the argument and gives valid reasons in support of the argument. Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent.
COHERENCE: Textual Support
20 pts
Poor
Poor or no citations integrated or done incorrectly. Does not answer prompt.
Fair
Fair use of direct quotes;paraphrasing, or integrating quotes is not done correctly. Somewhat answers the prompt.
Good
Good use of direct quotes and/or paraphrasing is somewhat integrated smoothly. Answers prompt.
Excellent
Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. All direct quotes and paraphrasing are cited and integrated correctly. Answers prompt in a creative manner.
Keywords:
Essay Analysis; Expository Essay; In-Class
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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