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The student will use the five steps of the writing process to effectivey develop a three-paragraph expository essay.

Persuasive Essay using Performance Indicators from RCSD and Six Traits

This rubric has the six traits on a 4-point scale weighted such that a student who earns straight 2's earns a 70.

Teaching groups will be assigned a grammar topic from a list of grammar topics Teaching groups will produce a lesson, complete with presentation, an exciting activity and a brief writing assignment. Each group will practice their lesson in class before presenting their activity to the 6th grade students.

Research paper written about an American author

Career Research Paper using MLA documentation style

Research the approved topic. Submit one 8-10 page typed paper, double spaced, 12 point font following MLA guidelines. Include a bibliography citing at least 6 resources used researching the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research to support the topic, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, content, grammar and mechanics, and bibliography.

Research the approved topic. Submit one 2-3 page typed paper, double spaced, 12 point font following MLA guidelines. Include a bibliography citing at least 3 resources used researching the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research to support the topic, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, content, grammar and mechanics, and bibliography.

Research the approved topic. Submit one 5-7 page typed paper, double spaced, 12 point font following MLA guidelines. Include a bibliography citing at least 4 resources used researching the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research to support the topic, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, content, grammar and mechanics, and bibliography.

The following rubric is used as a beginning point for all sophomores and juniors engaged in writing a research paper for the first time. More experienced writers will have an alternative rubric that will represent greater challenge.

Master Copy of Step Up to Writing Expository (Persuasive) Essay Rubric