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Research Paper Rough Draft 
Research Paper Rough Draft - 2nd copy
The rough draft will be typed in correct MLA format and contain a completed introductory paragraph with a clear thesis, multiple body paragraphs that relate back to the thesis, a fluid organization, correct citations, and a 'working' Works Cited page. The paper will follow the order of the outline.
Rubric Code: XX2BA4C
By dcmcdowell
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Research Paper Rough Draft
  Excellent

20 pts

Good

17 pts

Fair

15 pts

Poor

10 pts

Introduction

Excellent

Introduction consists of a sufficient amount of sentences and ends with a clear thesis statement. The sentences flow throughout the paragraph. The student has included a strong or effective attention getter.
Good

Introduction consists of sentences of which one, the last sentence, is the thesis statement and the sentences flow throughout the paragraph. Attention getter is very good.
Fair

Introduction consists of 3-4 sentences including the thesis statement. The sentences have a weak connection throughout the paragraph. Weak or uninteresting attention getter.
Poor

Introduction consists of 3 sentences including the thesis statement. The sentences have no connection in the paragraph OR there is no thesis statement in the introduction. Weak or no attention getter.
Citations-correctness

Excellent

All of the citations in the paper are formatted properly, with or without signal phrases, including parentheses, page numbers, and author's name. All citations come from sources listed on works cited.
Good

Most (75-90%) of the citations in the paper are formatted properly, with or without signal phrases, including parentheses, page numbers, and author's name. All citations come from sources listed on works cited.
Fair

Some (50-75%) of the citations in the paper are formatted properly, with or without signal phrases, including parentheses, page numbers, and author's name. Citations may or may not match sources listed on works cited.
Poor

Few (less than 50%) of the citations in the paper are formatted properly, with or without signal phrases, including parentheses, page numbers, and author's name. Not all sources listed on works cited used or citations do not all match sources listed.
Organization

Excellent

Paper follows proper format with interesting transitions, both between paragraphs and within the paragraphs; paper is always on topic. Follows outline completely.
Good

Most (80-90%) of the paper follows the outline and stays on topic.
Fair

Some (50-75%) of the paper follows the outline. Some items do not follow the outline or are not relevant to the outline.
Poor

Very little (25-50%) of the paper follows the outline. Paper needs a major re-organization or outline needs to be re-arranged, added to, etc.
Works Cited

Excellent

"working" Works Cited includes all required information in proper MLA format with at least 5 of the 5 required sources listed.
Good

"working" Works Cited includes required information with no more than 2-3 errors in MLA format and at least 5 of the 5 required sources listed.
Fair

"working" Works Cited is missing signficant amount of required information or contains more than 3 errors in MLA format. Does not use all required sources or sources do not match the 2 print, 2 Internet rule.
Poor

"working" Works Cited does not include required information, is not in MLA format, has many errors and contains less than required sources listed.
Mechanics

Excellent

Paper contains very few spelling errors. No first or second person is included except in quotes. Paper uses formal language throughout and does not contain any contractions. Paper is written in present tense unless historical information.
Good

Paper contains no more than three spelling errors. No second person is used and first person is used minimally. Formal language is used most of the time. Paper is written in present tens.
Fair

Paper contains no more than five spelling errors. No second person is used and some first person is used. Paper may contain some contractions or other forms of informal language. Paper does not always stay in present tense.
Poor

Paper contains more than five spelling errors. Paper may contain "you"s and/or first person. Language is not always formal. Present tense is not always used.
Time on task

Excellent

First rough draft worked on in a timely manner with 100% time on task in classroom/media center.
Good

First draft worked on and completed about 80% of time in classroom/media center
Fair

First rough draft with some editing and 50% time on task in classroom/media center.
Poor

First rough draft worked on less than 50% time on task in classroom/media center.




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