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Research Reports 
Informational Writing: Reports
Rubric Code: WX54BBX
By jfeuerbach
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Subject: English  
Type: Homework  
Grade Levels: K-5

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  Not Proficient

(N/A)

Nearly Proficient

(N/A)

Proficient

(N/A)

Highly Proficient

(N/A)

Content (Introduction)

Not Proficient

There is not introductory paragraph. The report just starts with information.
(1pt.)
Nearly Proficient

The introduction either grabs the readers' attention or introduces the topic of the report.
(2pts.)
Proficient

The introduction grabs the readers' attention and introduces the topic of the report.
(3pts.)
Highly Proficient

The introduction grabs the readers' attention and introduces the topic of the report with a quick summary of the subtopics being covered.
(4pts.)
Content (Body)

Not Proficient

The body of the report includes 1 to 2 paragraphs. The information was not written using the structure of a paragraph.
(2pts.)
Nearly Proficient

The body of the report includes 2 to 3 paragraphs. Some paragraphs were written with a topic sentence, supporting details, and a closing sentence.
(4pts.)
Proficient

The body of the report includes 3 paragraphs. Most paragraphs were written in their own words with a topic sentence, supporting details, and a closing sentence.
(6pts.)
Highly Proficient

The body of the report includes 3 or more paragraphs. Each paragraph was written in their own words with a topic sentence, supporting details, and a closing sentence.
(8pts.)
Content (Closing)

Not Proficient

There is no concluding paragraph. There may be a sentence that attempts to bring the report to a close.
(1pt.)
Nearly Proficient

The concluding paragraph or sentences either tie in to the introduction, or bring the report to a close.
(2pts.)
Proficient

The concluding paragraph ties in to the introduction. It brings the report to a close summarizing the main ideas.
(3pts.)
Highly Proficient

The concluding paragraph ties in to the introduction. It summarizes the report restating the subtopics and brings the report to a close.
(4pts.)
Sources (Bibliography)

Not Proficient

The student has obtained information from only one source.
(1pt.)
Nearly Proficient

The student has obtained information from 2 sources.
(2pts.)
Proficient

The student has obtained information from at least 3 sources; nonfiction books, encyclopedia, internet, etc.
(3pts.)
Highly Proficient

The student has obtained information from 4 or more sources; nonfiction books, encyclopedia, internet, etc.
(4pts.)
Conventions

Not Proficient

The report has many errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation or grammar. The writing is difficult to read and understand.
(1pt.)
Nearly Proficient

The report has some errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation or grammar. The writing can be confusing at times because of errors.
(2pts.)
Proficient

The report has a few errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation or grammar. The writing is pretty clear and easy to read.
(3pts.)
Highly Proficient

The report has no spelling, capitalization, punctuation or grammar errors. The writing is clear and easy to read.
(4pts.)



Keywords:
  • Informational Report



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