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iRubric: Themes in Literature rubric

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Themes in Literature Themes in Literature Students will present literary themes / thematic statements from various sources and provide evidence from the text to support their findings. Rubric Code: JXW25WA By chukueke Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Presentation Grade Levels: (none)

Themes in literature Antigone, "Letter from the Birmingham Jail, "Two Friends"
	Excellent 3 pts	Fair 2 pts	Poor 1 pts
Presenting Themes	Excellent Presentation presents at least one complete thematic statement and provides conclusive evidence from the text to support this statement.	Fair Presentation presents only one complete thematic statement and provides only adequate support for thematic statements.	Poor Presentation presents no complete thematic statements and provides no concrete support for thematic statements.
Evaluating Themes	Excellent Presentation thoroughly explores ways in which the identified themes support (or do not support) the story, and how well the author develops and sustains his themes. Several references to the text are used to support arguments.	Fair Presentation partially explores ways in which identified themes support (or do not support) the story, and the author's handling of his themes. Few references from the text are cited to support statements.	Poor Presentation does not explore how themes support or strengthen the story, or how well the author handles his themes. No concrete citations from the text used to support arguments.
Creative Reflection	Excellent Presentation includes a thoughtful discussion on ways in which the student might have changed the story (theme, plot, etc.) if he or she were the author	Fair Presentation includes an incomplete discussion on ways in which the student might have changed the story.	Poor Presentation does not include any thought on ways in which the story might be changed.
Quality of Work	Excellent Presentation has an element of creativity and style. Discussion is fluid and includes strong transitions; very few grammar or spelling errors, if any.	Fair Presentation lacks some creativity and style. Discussion and arguments are stiff or awkward. There are several grammar or spelling errors.	Poor Presentation appears uncreative or sloppy. There are numerous grammar and spelling errors.