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Global Warming Position Paper Rubric 
Position Paper Rubric
Students must provide a well-supported position on global warming.
Rubric Code: QB88B5
By laneyk
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Subject: Science  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  OUTSTANDING

4 pts

STRONG

3 pts

ADEQUATE

2 pts

DEFICIENT

1 pts

Missing

0 pts

Score

(N/A)

EXIGENCY

The problem that is being addressed and why the situation is urgent. 30%
OUTSTANDING

Fully explains the problem with multiple lines of evidence. The problem is urgent, explaining what will happen if action isn't taken.
STRONG

Fully explains the problem with some evidence. The problem is urgent, explaining what will happen if action isn't taken.
ADEQUATE

Partly explains the problem but does not support with adequate evidence. The problem is urgent, but fails to state what will happen if action isn't taken.
DEFICIENT

Only partly explains the problem with limited evidence. Urgency isn't addressed.
Missing

Missing
Score

Points ___<BR>
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Score = ____
POSITION

20%
OUTSTANDING

Presents an insightful position on the issue.
STRONG

Presents a well-considered position on the issue.
ADEQUATE

Presents a clear position on the issue.
DEFICIENT

Presents a vague or limited position on the issue.
Missing

Missing
Score

Points ___<BR>
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x 20<BR>
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Score = ____
DEVELOPMENT

20%
OUTSTANDING

Develops the position with compelling reasons and/or persausive examples. Includes an opinion on the issue.
STRONG

Develops the position with logically sound reasons and/or well-chosen examples.
ADEQUATE

Develops the position with relevant reasons and/or examples.
DEFICIENT

Is weak in the use of relevant reasons or examples. Provides few, if any,relevant reasons or examples.
Missing

Missing
Score

Points ___<BR>
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x 20<BR>
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Score = ____
FOCUSED & ORGANIZED ANALYSIS

10%
OUTSTANDING

Sustains a well focused, well-organized analysis, connecting ideas logically.
STRONG

Is focused and generally well-organized, connecting ideas appropriately.
ADEQUATE

Is adequately focused and organized.
DEFICIENT

Is poorly focused and/or disorganized.
Missing

Is unfocused and/or disorganized.
Score

Points ___<BR>
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x 10<BR>
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Score = ____
FLUENCY OF LANGUAGE

10%
OUTSTANDING

Expresses ideas fluently and precisely using effective vocabulary and sentence variety.
STRONG

Expresses ideas clearly and well, using appropriate vocabulary and sentence variety.
ADEQUATE

Expresses ideas with reasonable clarity.
DEFICIENT

Has problems in language and sentence structure that result in a lack of clarity.
Missing

Has serious problems in the use of language and sentence structure that frequently interfere with meaning.
Score

Points ___<BR>
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x 10<BR>
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Score = ____
FACILITY OF ENGLISH

10%
OUTSTANDING

Demonstrates facility with the conventions (i.e., grammar, usage and mechanics) of standard written English but may have minor errors.
STRONG

Demonstrates facility with the conventions of standard written English but may have minor errors.
ADEQUATE

Generally demonstrates control of the conventions of standard written English but may have some errors.
DEFICIENT

Contains occasional major errors or frequent minor errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics that can interfere with meaning.
Missing

Contains serious errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics that frequently obscure meaning.
Score

Points ___<BR>
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x 10<BR>
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Score = ____





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