iRubric: English 028 Literary Analysis Essay rubric

The student uses MLA format correctly and cites all quoted or paraphrased passages and sources correctly. In addition, student includes a Works Cited page that is formatted correctly.

The student uses MLA format correctly most of the time; mostly cites all quoted or paraphrased passages and sources correctly. Works Cited page is, for the most part, formatted correctly.

Some parts of MLA format are correct and some are not; quoted or paraphrased passages are cited but not cited correctly. Works Cited page is included but is formatted incorrectly.

Student does not use correct MLA format and/or does not cite quoted or paraphrased passages; there may be evidence of plagiarism. No Works Cited page is included.

Essay begins with clear intro and thesis, paragraphs begin with topic sentences, relate to the thesis, and contain appropriately organized quotes. Transitions are consistently used. Conclusion relates to thesis, but does not merely summarize; it leaves the reader with food for thought.

Essay begins with intro and thesis, most supporting paragraphs relate to thesis, and sometimes offer textual support. Transitions are used but are sometimes abrupt. Conclusion sums up argument and relates to thesis.

Essay begins with intro and thesis, supporting paragraphs list ideas presented in thesis. There are few quotes or quotes are incorrectly executed. Some transitions are used. Conclusion mostly connects to thesis.

Not enough information in the intro, thesis is not clearly present. Paragraphs are not well developed; no quotes or textual references are included; conclusion does not connect to thesis.

Student participated in all activities related to the writing process. Student gave peers helpful feedback. Essay includes rough draft, peer review sheets.

Student participated in all activities related to the writing process and gave peers some helpful commentary, but could have provided more.

Student participated in some activities related to the writing process. Did not give classmates much feedback.

Student did not participate in any activities related to the writing process. Student turns in only the final copy; paper may be late. Page requirement may not have been met.