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Argumentative Essay Rubric w/WC & 2 sources 
Argumentative Essay Rubric-WC only, no in-text required
Use Toulmin model to come up with claim + points to prove. 750-1000 words with WC page & in-text citings.
Rubric Code: YX8275W
By serahirasuna
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Argumentative Essay Rubric
  Exemplary

4 pts

Proficient

3.5 pts

Emerging

2.7 pts

Not Yet Demonstrated

1.7 pts

Intro / Thesis & conclusion

20
Exemplary

Well-developed intro.Thesis clearly states a significant and compelling position.
Conclusion revisits the thesis in a new way and applies the writer's position universally.
Proficient

Introduction creates interest and contains background information. Thesis is stated or inferred. Writer summarizes thesis and key points with some commentary.
Emerging

Introduction is adequate, but thesis is vague. Conclusion mirrors intro too closely, with little or no new commentary.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Background details are a random collection of information, are unclear, and may be loosely related to the topic.Thesis/position is vague or not stated. Conclusion does not re-visit the thesis or summarize key point(s).
Organization

15
Exemplary

Logical progression of ideas with a clear structure that enhances the thesis. Transition are smooth and provide coherence between and among ideas.
Proficient

Logical progression of ideas. Transitions are present throughout essay and provide adequate coherence between and among ideas.
Emerging

Organization is clear. Transitions are present, but may not lend to coherence between and among ideas.
Not Yet Demonstrated

No disceernable organization. Transition are not present.
Support & evidence

30
Exemplary

Well-developed points directly support the claim. Supporting examples are concrete & detailed. Commentary is logical and well-thought out. Evidence from sources is smoothly & logically integrated into essay. Rebuttal is present.
Proficient

Most argumentative points are related to the thesis. Commentary is present. Evidence is integrated into text. There is an attempt at a rebuttal paragraph.
Emerging

Main points lack sufficient details and support. Commentary is superficial. There is no rebuttal parargraph.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Most argumentative points are poorly developed. Commentary is not present. Little or no source material is used. No rebuttal
Writing

20
Exemplary

Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Diction is consistent and words are well-chosen. 750-1000 words.
Proficient

Writing is clear and sentences have some varied structure. Diction is appropriate. 750 words min.
Emerging

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. Diction is sometimes inconsistent and/or inappropriate in formality or tone. Less than 750 words
Not Yet Demonstrated

Writing is confusing & hard to follow. Diction is inappropriate and inconsistent. Less than 700 words.
Spelling & grammar

15
Exemplary

Punctuation, spelling, & capitalization are accurate with few or no errors.
Work Cited page & in-text citing are well done.
Proficient

Punctuation, spelling, & capitalization are generally accurate, with some minor errors. WC page present; in-text citations may have a few minor problems.
Emerging

There are several errors in punctuation, spelling, & capitalization including run-ons and fragments.
WC and in-text citation are present. but flawed.
Not Yet Demonstrated

There are numerous grammar error that detract from the message and raise questions on writer's credibility especially fragments and run-ons.
No WC page. No in-text citations





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