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Writing Conventions Writing Conventions This writing assignment will be graded only on writing conventions, the mechanics of writing. Rubric Code: VXWBA8C By alixkim Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

The mechanics of coherent writing.
	excellent 4 pts	good 3 pts	fair 2 pts	poor 1 pts
Spelling	excellent Spelling is generally correct.	good Spelling is usually correct on common words but more difficult words are problematic.	fair Spelling errors are frequent and repeated.	poor Spelling gets in the way of understanding the content.
Punctuation	excellent The punctuation is accurate and quides the reader through the text easily.	good Punctuation is somewhat accurate and shows a good command for readability.	fair Punctuation is random and only the easiest rules show awareness of correct use.	poor Lack of punctuation, or numerous errors in punctuation, affect the readability of the text.
Grammar and usage	excellent Grammar and usage are always correct and enhance the writing clarity and style.	good Grammar and usage is good but does not always add to the style of the writing.	fair Problems with grammar and usage are not serious enough to distort the meaning but may not be correct or accurately applied all the time.	poor Errors in grammar and usage are very noticable, frequent, and affect meaning.
Organization	excellent Organization reinforces the style of the piece with a clear topic, details, and conclusion	good Organization is present but missing some of the parts (topic, details, conclusion)	fair Organization is attempted, but misses most of the parts (topic, details, conclusion).	poor Organization is missing or irregular so that sentences have no relationship to one another.
Word Choice	excellent Words are powerful and engaging and used in proper context.	good Words are accurate and clear in a general sense.	fair Words and phrases are simplistic and functional.	poor Words are nonspecific and distracting and language is used incorrectly and repetitively.
Sentence Fluency	excellent Writing has an easy flow with strong varied sentence structures.	good Sentences are generally constructed correctly but lack complexity.	fair Sentence structures make sense but have numerous errors in basic conventions.	poor Sentences do not make sense, ramble, and endlessly connect to others.