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Research paper 
Writing Assignments Rubric
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Rubric Code: BX6265A
By LauraGagne
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Subject: History  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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  Needs Improvement

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Satisfactory

(N/A)

Good

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Excellent

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Content & Development

Needs Improvement

- Content is incomplete.
- Major points are not clear and /or persuasive.
-the thesis statement is lacking
Satisfactory

- Content is acceptable, but insufficient
- some major points are addressed, but not well supported.
- Research is inadequate or irrelevant to the argument of the paper
- The thesis statement is unclear
Good

-content is adequate, but not persuasive
-major points are addressed and mainly well supported
-research is adequate and supports the thesis of the paper
-the thesis statement is clear, but general
Excellent

- Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive.
- Major points are stated clearly and are well supported.
- Research is excellent and supports the thesis of the paper
- the thesis statement is clear and well defined
Organization & Structure

Needs Improvement

- Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer.
- Paragraphs are disjointed and lack internal coherence
-transitions are lacking between paragraphs
-the paper is lacking an introduction and/or conclusion
Satisfactory

- Structure of the paragraph is not easy to follow.
- Paragraph transitions need improvement.
-the introduction and/or conclusion need improvement
Good

- Structure of the paragraphs is clear and easy to follow.
-transitions between paragraphs are acceptable
-there is an introduction and a conclusion
Excellent

-Paragraph structure is clear and easy to follow
-transitions between paragraphs are excellent
-the flow of ideas is logical
-there is a clear introduction which is mirrored by the conclusion to create a coherent argument
Format

Needs Improvement

- the paper does not follow the guidelines set out in the instructions
-paragraphs are of unacceptable length (too short or long)
-the paper is over/under the word length specified
-the sources are incorrectly cited, or not cited at all
-too few sources have been used
Satisfactory

- Paper follows some of the guidelines.
-the paper is too long/short
-the method of citation is incorrect or inconsistent
Good

- Paper follows most guidelines.
- Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.
-the method of citation is correct and consistent
Excellent

- Paper follows all designated guidelines.
- Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.
-the method of citation is correct and consistent
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling

Needs Improvement

- Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
- Language uses jargon or conversational tone.
Satisfactory

- Paper contains some grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.
- Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone.
Good

-Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors
-the language is clear, but not academic
Excellent

- Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
- Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.






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