Meets highest expectations and is usually the result of thorough editing. Points are made clearly, convincingly, directly.
25 pts
Meets assignment requirements, but possibly talks around the point. Has been proofread, but could possibly use more editing.
20 pts
Meets minimum requirements for the assignment.
15 pts
Weakly meets requirements. Perhaps rushed.
10 pts
Does not meet minimum requirements for the paper. Demonstrates lack of effort or attention to expectations.
5 pts