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Persuasive Essay

This rubric is used to evaluate students' persuasive writing ability via an persuasive essay.

Rubric Code: C25275C

By Brittany0925

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Essay #2 Learning outcome: Students will be able to use their writing to persuade someone else of their opinion.
	Not proficient No not proficient, because ... is not evident. 1 pts	Limited proficiency Yes, proficient pertaining ..., but left out ... 2 pts	Proficient Yes, proficient in the executing the basics required. 3 pts	Highly proficient Yes, proficient in the basics, and demonstrated mastery of ... 4 pts
Focus of argument 25 % Formulate an argument that is focused and purpose driven.	Not proficient Argument is not focused on a specific topic and does not address a specific purpose.	Limited proficiency Argument includes contradictory information and the purpose is questionable.	Proficient Argument is focused and purpose is clear.	Highly proficient Argument is well- focused and purpose is clear.
Support 25 % Use	Not proficient Argument lacks sufficient support from reliable sources; or the support used is not convincing.	Limited proficiency Argument has some support from reliable sources but is still weak.	Proficient Support is only ample but is still somewhat convincing.	Highly proficient Argument contains abundant and convincing support.
Strong, Convincing Voice 20 %	Not proficient The writer's own voice and point of view are not evident.	Limited proficiency The writer's own voice and point of view are often vague.	Proficient The writer's own voice is somewhat strong and convincing and engages the audience.	Highly proficient The writer's own voice and point of view are distinct and convincing for his/her audience.
Grammar/Mechanics 15 %	Not proficient Grammar and mechanical errors severely impede understanding in several areas.	Limited proficiency Five or more grammar or mechanical errors; readers' understanding might be somewhat but not severely impeded by errors.	Proficient No more than three to four grammar or mechanical errors; readers' understanding is not impeded.	Highly proficient Less than two grammatical and/or mechanical errors; readers' understanding is not impeded.