iRubric: Am Lit Final Rubric

- Content is incomplete.
- Major points are not clear and /or persuasive.

- Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer.
- Introduction and/or conclusion is missing.
- Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.

- Paper lacks many elements of correct formatting.
- Citations and references are not provided.
- Paper is inadequate/excessive in length.

- Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
- Language uses jargon or conversational tone.

- Content is somewhat comprehensive and /or persuasive.
- Major points are addressed, and are somewhat well supported.
- Research does not effectively address course concepts.
- Content is somewhat clear and understandable

- Structure of the paper is fairly easy to follow.
- Introduction does not effectively preview major points.
- Paragraph transitions need some improvement.
- Conclusion does not effectively flow from the body of the paper.

- Paper follows some guidelines.
- Paper provides citations, but they are not all correctly prepared.
- Paper provides reference list, with some errors or omissions.
- Paper is over/ under word length.

- Paper contains some grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.
- Language is somewhat clear and understandable

- Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive.
- Major points are stated clearly and are well supported.
- Research is adequate, timely and addresses course concepts.
- Content and purpose of the writing are clear.

- Structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow.
- Introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.
- Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.
- Conclusion is logical and flows from the body of the paper.

- Paper follows designated guidelines.
- Citations and references are used appropriately.
- Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.

- Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
- Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.