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Science Writing Assignments Rubric for essays addressed as part of classroom activities Rubric Code: K222XA By ricestep Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Science Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Essays No Name = No Credit
	Failure 50 pts	Poor 60 pts	Fair 80 pts	Good 100 pts	Comments (N/A)
Formatting Criteria 15 % 5 paragraphs 10-15 sent / body para Correct Conventions	Failure Fewer than 5 paragraphs Fewer than 5 sentences in body paragraphs Gross mistakes in conventions	Poor Essay contains Introduction, 3 body paragraphs, and conclusion. Body Paragraphs are 5-8 related sentences. Numerous mistakes in spelling, punctuation, and structure.	Fair Essay contains Introduction, 3 body paragraphs, and conclusion. Body Paragraphs are 8-10 related sentences. Some mistakes in spelling, punctuation, and structure.	Good Essay contains Introduction, 3 body paragraphs, and conclusion. Body Paragraphs are 10-15 related sentences. Few mistakes in spelling, punctuation, and structure.	Comments
Focus on Topic 70 % Student Addresses Prompt	Failure Content is incomplete Major points are not addressed Questions were not answered.	Poor Content is incomplete Major points are not clear. Questions were not adequately answered.	Fair Content is not comprehensive. Major points are addressed, but not well supported. Responses are inadequate or do not address assignment. Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.	Good Content is accurate. Major points are stated. Responses are adequate and address assignment. Content and purpose of the writing are clear.	Comments
Organization 15 % Essay is organized and flows easily	Failure Organization is minimal and essay / paragraphs are difficult to follow. Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts	Poor Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer. Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.	Fair Structure of the paper is not easy to follow. Paragraph transitions need improvement. Conclusion is missing, or if provided, does not flow from the body of the paper.	Good Structure is mostly clear and easy to follow. Paragraph transitions are present. Conclusion is logical.	Comments