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Discussion Text Type Discussion Text Type Create a discussion based on the topic 'Children under the age of 15 should not have mobile phones.' Rubric Code: V7968W By mimwa88 Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: (Other) Grade Levels: K-5

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	Poor 1 pts	Good 2 pts	Outstanding 3 pts
Introduction	Poor States what the topic is about in basic form.	Good States the topic and mentions that there are arguments for and against.	Outstanding Clearly states the topic and introduces the different points of view.
Presents Arguments	Poor Presents a minimal number of arguments, either for one or both sides.	Good Presents simple arguments both for and against.	Outstanding Presents detailed arguments for and against. Gives reasons why certain ideas are believed.
Conclusion	Poor Includes one summary statement.	Good Includes a summary statement and a recommendation.	Outstanding Includes a detailed summary statement and recommendation that clearly shows a personal point of view.
Paragraphing	Poor One main paragraph only.	Good New paragraph for each section.	Outstanding Detailed paragraphs containing multiple sentences.
Style or Format	Poor Writing style is one- sided.	Good Writing style is fair and presents both sides of the argument.	Outstanding Writing style is fair, written in second or third person and presents balanced arguments for and against.
Spelling	Poor Multiple spelling errors of familiar and unfamiliar words. Below grade standard.	Good A small number of errors that do not detract from the overall presentation.	Outstanding Excellent spelling of age appropriate words.
Vocabulary	Poor Simple vocabulary. Lack of words that create interest.	Good Vocabularly adequate for presenting ideas.	Outstanding Vocabulary creates interest and helps to convince readers of arguments for and against. Many thoughtful words and phrases included.
Use of ICT	Poor Little evidence the ICT was tested or appropriately prepared	Good Mostly engages the reader/audience.	Outstanding Highly Engaging to the reader/audience