iRubric: Early Childhood Education Research rubric

Introduction does not introduce topic.
There is an attempt at an introduction paragraph, but it is not developed
No conclusion is apparent in the essay.
Errors are glaring, making the essay difficult to read.

Introduction attempts to introduce topic. The essay includes an attempt at an introduction paragraph, though it is not smooth
Flow of writing is hard to follow.
Some minor verb tense errors.

Introduction introduces topic but is wordy or too specific.
Uses an identifiable organizational plan.
Conclusion provides a summary of supporting points: it is wordy or does not restate the thesis.
Some errors found but they do not detract from the flow of the paper.
The writing is generally clear

Introduction is concise and introduces topic in a general but interesting way.
Conclusion is concise and summarizes supporting points: restates the thesis in a new way.
Few or no errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Strong vocabulary and sentence structure.
Writing is clear and easy to understand.

No evidence or details are provided. Commentary is missing or unrelated.


makes connections within and between various contexts with limited effectiveness

There may be some evidence and commentary, but details are inadequate and comments are missing or repetitive.
makes connections within and between various contexts with some effectiveness

There is adequate evidence, though some may be missing. Commentary is included, but may not fully support the thesis.
makes connections within and between various contexts with considerable effectiveness

Evidence and Commentary clearly provide support for the thesis and are interesting and well written.
makes connections within and between various contexts with high degree of effectiveness