iRubric: 6 +1 Elements: Organization rubric

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6 +1 Elements: Organization Rubric Code: SX2XXC By MmeMcG Draft Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: K-5, 6-8

Organization
	Novice 1 pts	Apprentice 2 pts	Proficient 3 pts	Distinguished 4 pts
Lead/conclusion	Novice The lead and/or conclusion are either missing or need a lot of work.	Apprentice The lead and conclusion are present; one or both need work.	Proficient The lead is appealing and the conclusion works.	Distinguished The lead is strong and compelling, and the conclusion is thoroughly satisfying.
Patterns	Novice The organizational pattern is formulaic or there is no real pattern.	Apprentice The organizational pattern works some of the time, but it may be formulaic or hard to follow.	Proficient The organizational pattern fits the topic, purpose, and audience.	Distinguished The organizational pattern is well suited to the audience, topic, and the purpose; it enhances the reader's understanding of the text.
Main message	Novice Lack of order frequently leaves the reader feeling lost.	Apprentice The writer sometimes wanders from the main point, and this may distract and confuse the reader.	Proficient The writer seldom wanders from the main point.	Distinguished The writer focuses on the main message throughout the paper.
Transitions/Connections	Novice Some transitions are attempted but are rarely effective.	Apprentice Transitions are sometimes present and effective, sometimes not.	Proficient Transitions adequately connect ideas.	Distinguished Transitions are smooth, clearly connecting sentences and ideas.