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Opinion Essay - Social Networking 
Opinion Essay - Social Networking
Students take a stance on a topic and support it. A brief counterargument is included.
Rubric Code: RCCAWC
By sclunie
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12, Undergraduate

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  Meets/Exceeds Standards

10 pts

Almost Meets Standards

8 pts

Falls Short of Standards

6 pts

Score

(N/A)

Introduction

-Attention Getter/background
-Thesis (1 sent)
-Counterargument (1-2 sentences)
Meets/Exceeds Standards

The intro includes a strong, relevant hook that flows well into the thesis statement; the thesis clearly states the writer's position on the prompt/topic.
Almost Meets Standards

The hook needs to be stronger and more developed; a developing thesis is apparent.
Falls Short of Standards

The intro is missing an effective hook, and/or a clearly written thesis.
Score
Support

-Topic Sentences<BR>
-Supporting Details
Meets/Exceeds Standards

The body paragraphs contain focused topic sentences; supporting details include strong, relevant examples and explanations that are convincing and effectively support the paper's focus.
Almost Meets Standards

The body paragraphs contain topic sentences that could be more focused; supporting details are apparent but lack effective examples, explanations, and/or focus.
Falls Short of Standards

The body paragraphs are missing important components like topic sentences and effective supporting details.
Score
Organization

-Transitions<BR>
-Flow of Ideas
Meets/Exceeds Standards

Excellent flow and arrangement of ideas (good use of transitions).
Almost Meets Standards

The paper's ideas should have a more consistent, easy reading flow (more transitions).
Falls Short of Standards

The paper has very poor organization, which greatly affects the flow of ideas.
Score
Proofreading

-Spelling<BR>
-Grammar &<BR>
Mechanics<BR>
-Word Choice
Meets/Exceeds Standards

The writing contains very few if any spelling/mechanical errors; word choice is unique and effective for the assignment
Almost Meets Standards

The writing contains too many spelling <BR>
and/or mechanical errors; word choice should be more varied and interesting
Falls Short of Standards

The writing contains numerous spelling and/or mechanical errors; below average use of vocabulary.
Score
Conclusion

-Restated thesis<BR>
-Summary of ideas<BR>
-Lasting Impression
Meets/Exceeds Standards

The conclusion includes an effective restatement of the thesis, a thorough summary of the writer's ideas, and a strong lasting impression.
Almost Meets Standards

The conclusion includes an average version of a restated thesis, a brief summary of ideas, and/or a partial lasting impression.
Falls Short of Standards

The conclusion is missing a restated thesis, summary, and/or lasting impression.
Score



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  • social networking, opinion, counterargument

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