iRubric: New Year's Resolutions for 2013 (2nd-3rd) rubric

Writing includes transition words (first, next, after, finally).

Writing has a logical sequence, which includes a beginning (introduction), middles (body) and an ending (conclusion).

Writing includes a beginning. Writing may have a weak or missing and/or ending.

Writing includes some details that are not in a logical or expected order. Writing may be in list form.

Writing includes vivid adjectives, appropriate pronouns and strong verbs.

Writing includes a variety of nouns and verbs, as well as, some adjectives and pronouns.

Writing includes words that communicate clearly. Word choice lacks variety.

Writing includes a limited vocabulary that does not communicate clearly.Language may be used incorrectly.

Writing includes use of more sophisticated punctuation (, ! " ")

Writing includes few significant errors in capitalization of proper nouns and of words that begin sentences. There are few significant errors in end punctuation.

Writing includes few some errors in capitalization of proper nouns and of words that begin sentences. There are some errors in end punctuation.

Writing exhibits little understanding of capitalization/
punctuation rules.