iRubric: Identity Essay rubric

Thesis is completely lacking or unclear.

Thesis is vague, with shifting focus. The main idea/argument of the essay is vague and confusing. The reader does not know where the essay is headed and no structure/organization is implied.

Essay has a strong thesis that clearly states the main idea/argument being put forth in the essay. It serves as a roadmap for the reader and sets up a clear structure for the essay.

Did not use appropriate, relevant, or compelling content. Did not support claims or explain ideas in a clear way. Was not thoughtful in presenting content.

Somewhat used appropriate, relevant, and compelling content. Included some observations and examples to support claims. Provided insight that is mostly thoughtful on the subject of your identity.

Used appropriate, relevant, and compelling content. Incorporated interesting observations and examples to support claims. Provided critical insight that is thoughtful on the subject of your identity.

Attempted use of grammar, punctuation, spelling, phrasing, word choice, formatting and in-text citations. The essay has many errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization and grammar. Included a Works Cited page. Have tried to follow format guidelines set down in prompt and syllabus

Used grammar, punctuation, spelling, phrasing, word choice, formatting and in-text citations. The essay has errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization and grammar but not enough to entirely confuse reader. Included a mostly formatted Works Cited page. Have some format guidelines set down in prompt and syllabus.

Used effective grammar, punctuation, spelling, phrasing, word choice, formatting and in-text citations. The essay has few, if any, errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization and grammar. Included an appropriately formatted Works Cited page. Have followed format guidelines set down in prompt and syllabus.