iRubric: Essay Question Evaluation rubric

Does not address prompt.<BR>
Major points are not clear and /or persuasive.

Does not adequately respond to prompt. <BR>
Major points are addressed, but not well supported. <BR>
Research is inadequate or does not address course concepts.

A solid paper, responding<BR>
appropriately to prompt. Clearly<BR>
states a thesis/central idea, but may<BR>
have minor issues in developments.<BR>
Makes solid connections between major course concepts and specific musical examples. <BR>
Attempts to define terms, not always<BR>
successfully.

Excels in responding to prompt. Demonstrates<BR>
nuanced thinking. Central<BR>
idea/thesis is clearly communicated;<BR>
Makes thoughtful connections between major course concepts and specific musical examples. <BR>
The author understands and critically evaluates<BR>
sources. Appropriately <BR>
defines and uses terms.

Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer.<BR>
Paragraphs are disjointed and lack effective transition.

Structure of paragraphs is not easy to follow.
Paragraph transitions need improvement. Logical links not made.

Shows a fairly logical progression of ideas. Some logical links may be faulty, but each paragraph clearly relates to essay's central idea.

Uses a logical structure appropriate to essay's thesis. Effective transitional sentences that guide reader through the chain of reasoning or progression of ideas.