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iRubric: Annotation Rubric for Non-Fiction Texts

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Annotation Rubric for Non-Fiction Texts Annotation Rubric for Non-Fiction Texts Rubric Code: UX8ABX4 By Jkrajeck Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Assessment Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Text Title/author
	Exceeds Expectations The student annotates like a pro and exhibits thorough understanding of the annotation process. The quality of notations made shows that the reader has deeply explored various aspects of the text. 1 pts	Meets Expectations The student has applied the basics of annotation and shows that he/she can thoughtfully apply most annotation methods to informational text in order to assist in rhetorical analysis. 0.85 pts	Not Yet Meets Expectations The student does not yet demonstrate most of the annotation methods to strengthen analysis for a deeper understanding of text. 0.65 pts	Approaches Expectations More effort needs to be put forth in using annotation to get to the deeper meaning of the text. Surface or generic methods present. 0.5 pts
Makes Connections to Text 1 pts Notes personal connections or relates prior knowledge to text content.	Exceeds Expectations	Meets Expectations	Not Yet Meets Expectations	Approaches Expectations
Defines Difficult Vocabulary 1 pts Identifies unknown Tier 2 or 3 words (green). Correctly defines the word that fits the context. (green)	Exceeds Expectations	Meets Expectations	Not Yet Meets Expectations	Approaches Expectations
Identifies Important Details 1 pts Identifies thesis and claim(s). (yellow) Counterclaim(s) bracketed.	Exceeds Expectations	Meets Expectations	Not Yet Meets Expectations	Approaches Expectations
Notes Questions 1 pts Writes marginal observations that question the meaning or use of particular words or phrases. Reader notes questions regarding author's purpose or other thoughts that enter his/her mind while reading. May include instances of surprising or startling information.	Exceeds Expectations	Meets Expectations	Not Yet Meets Expectations	Approaches Expectations
Finding Evidence 1 pts Evidence to support the claim(s), including quotes, paraphrases, or summaries is present (orange)	Exceeds Expectations	Meets Expectations	Not Yet Meets Expectations	Approaches Expectations
Quanity of annotations 1 pts An adequate number of annotations have been made, showing that the reader has interacted with the beginning, middle, and end.	Exceeds Expectations	Meets Expectations	Not Yet Meets Expectations	Approaches Expectations
Transitional words/phrases 1 pts Logical transition is noted throughout text. (blue)	Exceeds Expectations	Meets Expectations	Not Yet Meets Expectations	Approaches Expectations