iRubric: Business Document Writing rubric

Uses a format that does not fit the specified type of business document; inconsistently or randomly presents information.

Provides too few or too many details; fails to include reasons or to back up statements or recommendations.

Follows a mostly conventional format for the specified type of business document; logically presents most information.

Provides too few or too many details; includes inadequate reasons or to back up statements or recommendations.

Follows appropriate format for the specified type of business document; logically presents information.

Provides and appropriate amount of detail; includes some reasons or to back up recommendations.

Follows a appropriate format for the specified type of business document; clearly and logically presents information. Each idea is logically connected to the next.

Provides and appropriate amount of detail.The memo is concise, but includes all necessary information and an effective, precise recommendation.

Shows no clarity or fluency; demonstrates poor use of language (wordiness or inappropriate word choice); many mechanical errors.

Shows little clarity or fluency; presents information briefly to the point of vagueness; some mechanical errors.

Shows some clarity and fluency; presents information briefly; few mechanical errors.

Shows overall clarity and fluency; concisely presents information; few, if any, mechanical errors. Precise use of nouns, verbs, and modifiers.