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Basic Paragraph - Developmental Writing
Rubric Code:
N525XX
By
lhardman
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
Undergraduate
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Poor
1 pts
Fair
2 pts
Good
3 pts
Excellent
4 pts
Topic Sentence
Poor
There is no topic sentence.
Fair
A topic sentence is present, but doesn't make the author's position clear.
Good
The topic sentence provides a clear statement of the author's position on the topic.
Excellent
The topic sentence provides a clear, strong statement of the author's position on the topic.
Evidence/Examples
Poor
Includes 1 or fewer pieces of evidence. Evidence and examples are not relevant AND/OR are not explained.
Fair
Includes 2 pieces of evidence that support the topic sentenc.e At least one of the major details has a minor detail that makes the major detail more clear.
Good
Includes 3 or more pieces of evidence that support the topic sentence. Most of the evidence and examples are specific and relevant to the topic sentence.
Excellent
Includes 3 or more pieces of evidence that support the topic sentence. All of the evidence and examples are specific, relevant and explanations are given that show how each piece of evidence supports the author's position.
Summary Statement
Poor
There is no closing sentence; the paragraph just ends.
Fair
The author's position is restated but lacks originality.
Good
The closing sentence is recognizable. The author's position is restated.
Excellent
The closing sentence is strong and leaves the reader solidly understanding the writer's position
Transitions
Poor
The transitions between ideas are unclear or nonexistent.
Fair
Some transitions work well, but connections between ideas are fuzzy.
Good
Transitions show how ideas are connected, but there is little variety.
Excellent
A variety of thoughtful transitions are used. They clearly show how ideas are connected.
Sentence Variety
Poor
There is no sentence variety.
Fair
The student attempts to incorporate at least 2 different types of sentences, but not all of the sentences are well constructed.
Good
The student adequately incorporates at least 2 different types of sentnces throughout the paragraph.
Excellent
The student effectively incorporates at least 2 different types of sentences throughout the paragraph.
Point of view
Poor
Author makes more than 4 errors with point of view.
Fair
Author makes 3-4 errors with point of view
Good
Author makes 1-2 errors with point of view.
Excellent
Author makes no errors with point of view. The author remains objective.
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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