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Writing Assignments Rubric Writing Assignments Rubric grading for personal assignment choice Rubric Code: V3WA2B By tjohnescu Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: (General) Type: Assignment Grade Levels: (none)

Criterion
	Poor needs a lot of work and is either a near failing essay or an essay that needs to be entirely redesigned/reorganized and rewritten. 2 pts	Good/Fair an essay that is working for the most part, but still reads more like a rough draft than a completed essay. 3 pts	Excellent an essay succeeds in reading like a confidently finished product. This essay has been edited, stylized, and completed with an holistic awareness of the assignment, structure, formatting and audience. 5 pts
research	Poor - Content is incomplete. - Major points are not clear and /or persuasive. - Unclear if writer understands purpose (assignment).	Good/Fair - Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive. - Major points are addressed, but not well supported. (Topic sentences present but not supported). - Research is inadequate or does not address course concepts. - Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose (assignment) and clarity of thought.	Excellent - Content is comprehensive, accurate, and addresses the assignment. - Ideas are presented in a clear and understandable manner. - Major points are stated clearly and are well supported. - Research is adequate, timely and addresses course concepts. - Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Organization & Structure	Poor - Organization and lack of structure detract from the message of the writer. - Paragraphs disjointed and lack an awareness of transition of thoughts. - Topic sentences missing or unclear. - Supporting sentences too lengthy/wordy, or repetitive.	Good/Fair - Structure of the paragraphs are not easy to follow. - Paragraph transitions need improvement. -Sentences need more attention to purpose.	Excellent - Structure of the writer's paragraphs is clear and easy to follow. - Paragraphs built of good supporting sentences that speak to a clear topic sentence in each paragraph.
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling	Poor - Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses jargon or conversational tone.	Good/Fair - Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors. - Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon, passive constructions, or conversational tone.	Excellent - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.