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Journal Article Summary Rubric 
Journal Article Summary Rubric
Select a suitable newspaper article, that illustrates a real-world example of the power of being adaptable and overcoming obstacles in life. Write a summary of the article, following the guidelines provided.
Rubric Code: F23W3WA
By kokopelliclay
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Subject: English  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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  Got It! Level 4

80 to 100 %

5 pts

Getting There Level 3

60 to 79%

3 pts

Not There Yet Level 2

< 60%

1 pts

Summary

* length is much less than original article
*includes key points
* writing is to the point ( students makes every word count)
* summary is written in student's own words
*vocabulary is audience specific
Got It! Level 4

The article is clearly but succinctly summarized - only the key points of the article are touched upon. The article summary takes up no more than one third of the total assignment.
Getting There Level 3

The article is clearly summarized, but some sub points are addressed along with main points. The summary is not succinct, is too long and cumbersome
Not There Yet Level 2

The article summary is unclear or overly detailed, so long as to appear more like a short, unclear article than a summary.
Article Choice

* article is 1 year old or newer
* article is from reputable newspaper/source
* article meets assignment criteria
Got It! Level 4

Article selected is current (<3 years), topic is specific to task. Article published clearly illustrates the power of being adaptable and overcoming obstacles in life.
Getting There Level 3

Article selected may be current (<3 years) or somewhat older, topic is related to task, but less specific.
Not There Yet Level 2

Article is barely related to task or is grossly outdated (> 10 years). Article not from acceptable source.
Organization

* well organized
*includes name and author early in the summary
*proper paragraph structure used
Got It! Level 4

Summary is well organized, and clearly stated. The points of the article are clear from the very beginning and the name and author of the article is made clear early in the summary.
Getting There Level 3

Paper is organized, has an intro, body and conclusion. The purpose of the paper becomes clear within the paper and the name and author of the article is mentioned within the summary.
Not There Yet Level 2

Paper is not well organized, has an unclear or non-existent intro, body and conclusion. The purpose of the summary is unclear and the name and author of the article is not stated or stated late in the summary.
Mechanics Requirements

APA citation of article included (proper format used)
* no grammatical errors
* no spelling errors
* void of typos
Got It! Level 4

APA and summary length requirements are met and there are no grammatical errors or typos.
Getting There Level 3

APA and summary length (requirements are met and there are 1-4 grammatical errors, spelling errors or typos.
Not There Yet Level 2

APA and summary length requirements are not met. There are 5+ grammatical errors, spelling errors or typos.





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