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Memoir Writing Assignments Rubric Code: L26C6A By kgoatie Draft Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Criterion
	Fair 80 pts	Good 90 pts	Excellent 100 pts
Content & Development	Fair - Content is incomplete. - Major points are not clear -Focus of paper is not evident	Good - Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought. - Major points are addressed, but not well supported.	Excellent - Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive. - Content and purpose of the writing are clear. - Major points are stated clearly and are well supported.
Organization & Structure	Fair - Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer. - Introduction and/or conclusion is missing. - Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.	Good - Structure of the paper is not easy to follow. - Introduction is missing or, if provided, does not preview major points. - Paragraph transitions need improvement. - Conclusion is missing, or if provided, does not flow from the body of the paper.	Excellent - Structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow. - Introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points. - Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper. - Conclusion is logical and flows from the body of the paper.
Format	Fair - Paper lacks many elements of correct formattting. - Citations and references are not provided. - Paper is inadequate/excessive in length.	Good - Paper follows most guidelines. - Paper provides citations, but they are incorrectly prepared. - Paper provides reference list, with some errors or omissions. - Paper is over/ under word length.	Excellent - Paper follows designated guidelines. - Citations and references are used appropriately. - Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling	Fair - Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses jargon or conversational tone.	Good - Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors. - Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone.	Excellent - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.