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Discussion Essay rubric 
Discussion Essay rubric
Discuss the elements of drama used in relation to the film “Bend It Like Beckham”.
Rubric Code: L349X7
By jspringa
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Emergent

0 pts

Developing

2 pts

Expanding

4 pts

Proficient

6 pts

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Introduction

Emergent

Introduction does not introduce topic.
Developing

Introduction attempts to introduce topic. Following points are not obvious.
Expanding

Introduction introduces topic but is wordy or too specific.
Proficient

Introduction is concise and introduces topic in a general but interesting way.
Points
Paragraphs

Emergent

No topic sentences. No linking of paragraphs.
Developing

Some use of topic sentences. Little to no linking of paragraphs.
Expanding

Most paragraphs have a topic sentence. Some linking of paragraphs.
Proficient

All paragraphs are well structured with topic sentences. Sequenced well and linked to the next paragraph.
Points
Supporting Points and Details

Emergent

No supporting points or details are provided.
Developing

There may be one or two supporting points: details are inadequate.
Expanding

There are supporting points, though some may be missing. Details are included, but may not fully support points.
Proficient

There are details which support the points. Ideas are explained and expanded on.
Points
Conclusion

Emergent

No conclusion is apparent in the essay.
Developing

Conclusion may be attempted, but does not summarize or restate thesis.
Expanding

Conclusion provides a summary of supporting points: it is wordy and does not restate the thesis.
Proficient

Conclusion is concise and summarizes supporting points: restates the thesis in a new way.
Points
Discussion of elements

Emergent

Presents limited discussion of the elements
Developing

Presents sound discussion of the elements
Expanding

Presents detailed discussion of the elements and used some examples to support points
Proficient

Presents detailed discussion of the elements and used specific examples that support points
Points
Conventions
Mechanics

Emergent

Errors are glaring and the essay is difficult to read.
Developing

There are several errors which detract from the overall meaning and flow of the essay.
Expanding

Minimal errors are found (2-4). They do not detract from the general flow of the essay.
Proficient

Errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization are not found (0-2).
Points
Flow/Transitions

Emergent

No flow to writing. Discussion is difficult to follow.

No transitions used.
Developing

Sentences are short or run-ons. Flow of essay is hard to follow.

Little to no transitions used.
Expanding

Vocabulary or writing style needs further development.

Some basic transitions used.
Proficient

Writing has voice and flows easily.

Appropriate transitions used.
Points



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