iRubric: Process Analysis Essay rubric

Very well-developed introduction with a clear thesis statement
that introduces the process, catches the reader's attention, and gives the reader a reason to be interested in this process. Contains accurate and complete information regarding the topic to be described. Reader clearly knows what the end process should be/look like.

Introduction contains a thesis statement.
The thesis creates interest and is fairly well developed with some detail. But while it contains accurate and complete information regarding the topic being described, it is not very engaging. Reader is told what the end goal of the process should be/look like.

Introduction contains a thesis statement, but it either does not give accurate and complete information about the process, or it lacks detail and creativity or simply sets a basic framework for the process.

Thesis is misleading, hard to find, or does not present a compelling argument for the process or clearly define what the end goal of the process analysis should be.

The introduction does not contain a thesis statement. It does not introduce the central theme of the essay and the goal of the process analysis is missing completely.

Logical progression of details with a clear and effective order that enhances the essay and provides a vivid description of the topic with appropriate and effective transitions that are used to establish relationships between steps/ideas.
Steps are broken into easily workable chunks, presented with such detail that they are easily to comprehend and complete.

Logical progression of details with a clear and effective order. Transitions are present, but they do not enhance the overall effectiveness of the paragraph.
Steps are broken into chunks and presented with some detail.

Organization is clear. Some transitions are present, while others are either inappropriate or missing.
Some organization of steps, although more is needed and/or steps are vague.

The flow of the essay from detail to detail is difficult to understand or implies that important information has been left out.
Little obvious organization of steps/broad generalizations.

No discernable organization. Transitions are not present. Steps are not present or completely out of order.

No consistent errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization.

A few minor consistent errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the paragraph.

A few regular errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that. while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned.

The overall presentation of the essay displays a lack of proofreading and attention to detail. While the essay MIGHT be readable, it is uncomfortable and unprofessional.

Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization.