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In-Class Essay 
In-Class Essay
Analysis of an Argument: In-Class Essay; Critical Thinking
Rubric Code: MX2B2W3
By mhaskew
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Criteria for In-Class Essay
100
  Poor

5 pts

Fair

10 pts

Good

15 pts

Excellent

20 pts

UNITY:Introduction
20 pts

Poor

The introduction and thesis statement do not include what is being argued, and there is no clear stand taken.
Fair

The introduction and thesis statement contains the topic being argued, but they may not take a clear stand.
Good

The introduction and thesis statement are fairly well developed. But they are not very engaging or creative.
Excellent

Very well developed introduction and thesis statement. They engage the reader and create interest.
SUPPORT:Body Paragraphs
20 pts

Poor

Each paragraph does not contain a topic sentence. obvious fallacies that contradict the details and examples. Perhaps the argument is an unsupported rant.
Fair

Each paragraph contains a topic sentence but the relationship to the thesis is not clearly evident in each one.
there are few concrete and specific details or examples to support the argument adequately
Good

Each paragraph contains a topic sentence related to the thesis statement.
Reasons for the argument are stated and there are enough details and examples to support the argument adequately and logically.
Excellent

Each paragraph contains a clearly focused topic sentence that relates to the thesis statement.
Concrete and specific examples are presented that effectively support and strengthen the argument.
COHERENCE: Overall Organization
20 pts

Poor

No discernible organization. Reasons are either missing or not in any discernible order. They do not support the argument or there are obvious fallacies.
Fair

Reasons are in a discernible order, but there are not enough to effectively support the argument as presented in the thesis statement.
Good

Reasons are in a clear. effective order and they adequately support the argument as presented in the thesis statement.
Excellent

Reasons are effectively supported by details and examples that are presented in a very effective order that enhances and strengthens the argument.
Sentence Skills
20 pts

Poor

There is no apparent conclusion or restating of the argument. Writing is confusing and hard to follow. . The tone and purpose is inconsistent and difficult to determine.
Fair

The concluding paragraph summarizes the argument based on the thesis, but it offers little to no additional support or validity for the argument. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better.
Good

The concluding paragraph restates the argument based on the thesis statement. It also gives valid and logical reasons that support the argument. Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure.
Excellent

The concluding paragraph clearly and effectively restates the argument and gives valid reasons in support of the argument. Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent.
COHERENCE: Textual Support
20 pts

Poor

Poor or no citations integrated or done incorrectly. Does not answer prompt.
Fair

Fair use of direct quotes;paraphrasing, or integrating quotes is not done correctly. Somewhat answers the prompt.
Good

Good use of direct quotes and/or paraphrasing is somewhat integrated smoothly. Answers prompt.
Excellent

Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. All direct quotes and paraphrasing are cited and integrated correctly. Answers prompt in a creative manner.



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  • Essay Analysis; Expository Essay; In-Class

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