iRubric: Persuasive Essay Rubric

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Persuasive Essay Rubric Rubric Code: R53W33 By snoopybloopy Draft Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Persuasive Essay
	Advanced 4 pts	Proficient 3 pts	Basic 2 pts	Minimal 1 pts
Organization	Advanced The author uses an original hook/lead. The thesis statement is well-developed and transitions the reader smoothly into the body of the essay. Transitions and conclusion create a flow between the paragraphs that enhances the understanding of the reader.	Proficient There is evidence of a clear introduction with a hook/lead. the thesis statement is clear. There is a body that includes at least three paragraphs to support the thesis. There are transitions between related paragraphs. The conclusion is an effective end to the piece.	Basic The author has attempted a hook/lead but was unsuccessful or redundant. The thesis statement is unclear. The body does not support the thesis statement. The conclusion is unrelated to the thesis statement or is confusing.	Minimal Parts of the essay are missing. The author needs to revise and add necessary components before the piece can be considered published.
Content	Advanced The author has used language that tries to convince the reader through persuasion that their opinion is the best. The author uses clear/original examples to make their points more vivid for the audience.	Proficient The target audience is clear. The lenghth is appropriate. The language is clear, convincing, and concise. The author's opinion has used sufficient examples to support the thesis.	Basic The author insults the audience through repeated simplistic word choice. The author's opinion is unclear or in parts confusing. There needs to be more examples to support their opinion.	Minimal The essay is confusing and needs more time for revision and individual tutoring before this piece can be considered published.
Conventions	Advanced The author is at an advanced level in spelling and grammar. This advanced level is demonstrated throughout this essay.	Proficient The author has used 6th grade level spelling and grammar in their essay.	Basic Spelling and grammar are below grade level. The author needs much support in order to make this piece understandable to the reader.	Minimal Spelling and grammar a well below grade level. The author has received much support in order to make this piece legible and understandable. Without this support the piece would be too difficult to read. The points and ideas would be lost.