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Essay Rubric
Rubric Code: N27359
By mfischer
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Outstanding

5 pts

Satisfactory

4 pts

Emerging

3 pts

Needs Improvement

2 pts

Not Evident

1 pts

Ideas

Outstanding

This paper makes sense from beginning to end. It is clear-never confusing. The writer knows enough about the topic to do a thorough job. The paper contains many interesting details which makes it interesting and memorable.
Satisfactory

The reader can identify the writers’ main idea. The writer has some knowledge of the topic; more would enrich the paper. This includes some interesting or unusual details-enough to make the reader wish for more.
Emerging

It is fairly easy to identify the main idea. Some ideas are unclear, or don’t seem to enhance the main idea. The writer appears to know about topic but other times seems unsure. Detail is minimal; general statements do little to expand main idea.
Needs Improvement

The main idea is hard to determine. The paper lacks clarity. The write doesn’t appear to have a clear message or know much about the topic. Details are absent or sketchy.
Not Evident

There is no main idea. The writing consists of mainly of random thoughts or notes. The reader cannot extract meaning. It is all but impossible to summarize this writing.
Organization

Outstanding

The writer focuses on a single main point. The organizational pattern fits the topic, purpose, and audience. The paragraphs are appealing and the introduction and conclusion are thorough.
Satisfactory

The writer may meander briefly, but not enough to distract or confuse the reader. The organizational pattern works most of the time. The paragraphs are standard but functional.
Emerging

The writer wanders from the main point, confusing the reader. The organizational pattern is not well suited to this topic, purpose, or audience. It doesn’t follow a pattern. The paragraphs need work.
Needs Improvement

The lack of order confuses the reader. There is no pattern. Some paragraphs are missing or need work.
Not Evident

The text is disjointed collection of random thoughts. There is no identifiable structure or pattern. There is no introduction or conclusion.
Sentence Fluency

Outstanding

The writing is smooth, natural, and easy to read. There is a variety of sentence beginnings and lengths. This piece is good for reading aloud; demonstrates voice.
Satisfactory

The majority of writing is easy to read. Some sentences begin differently; there is some variety in length. This piece could be read aloud with rehearsal; demonstrates inconsistent voice.
Emerging

The writing is sometimes easy to read. Choppy sentences, run-ons, or other problems may need rereading. Sentence beginnings tend to be alike and of equal length. Rehearsal is needed before reading this piece aloud.
Needs Improvement

Choppy sentences, run-ons, or other problems make the writing difficult to follow. Many sentences begin the same way; most are of equal length. The piece is hard to read aloud, even with rehearsal.
Not Evident

The writing is difficult to follow. Choppiness, run-ons, or other sentence problems abound. Sentences begin with the same word/ phrase, or it is hard to tell where they begin. Sentence length shows little/ no variation. The piece is very difficult to read aloud,
Voice

Outstanding

The voice is individual; recognizable if the reader knows the writer. The reader will want to read this aloud to someone. The writing shows strong feelings (passionate) and is appealing to read (compelling). It has a lot of energy. The voice is suitable for the audience and purpose
Satisfactory

This voice is distinctive, if not unique. The reader might share moment of this piece aloud. Passion, energy, or strong feelings are evident in some places. The voice is acceptable for the audience and purpose, but it could use refining.
Emerging

This is a functional, sincere voice, though not especially distinctive. The piece does not seem ready to share aloud. Moments of passion, energy, or strong feelings are rare. The reader needs to look. The voice may not seem quite right of the purpose or audience.
Needs Improvement

The voice is not at all distinctive. It does not stand out. The piece is definitely not ready to share aloud. This writing could use a serious energy boost. The writer sounds bored. The voice does not seem appropriate for the purpose or audience.
Not Evident

This voice is difficult to find, identify, or describe. Lack of voice means that the reader probably will not share this by reading aloud. No energy or excitement comes through. The voice is missing or inappropriate for the audience and purpose.
Word Choice

Outstanding

The writing is clear and original. The writer uses strong verbs/nouns to enrich meaning. Sensory language is appropriate. The writing is concise.
Satisfactory

The writing is clear in most cases. Some words or phrases are vague or confusing. The writer uses strong verbs/nouns but may rely too heavily on modifiers. Sensory language is present. Some writing is concise; wordy moments are noticeable.
Emerging

The writing is often unclear, misleading, or vague, though the main idea comes through. The reader needs to hunt for strong verbs/nouns; modifiers may be overused. Sensory language is minimal or over used. The writing may be short, but it is not necessarily concise. Some clutter is evident.
Needs Improvement

Many word and phrases are misused, vague/unclear. The writer's main message is not clear. Strong verbs/nouns are rare or missing. Sensory language is minimal/absent. Word use may be skimpy/clutterd. Meaning is hard to determine.
Not Evident

Words and phrases are vague, confusing, or misused. Verbs/nouns are weak throughout. This writing is flat. Sensory language is missing. Word choice is imprecise and inhibits clarity.




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