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Problem-Solution Essay Rubric 
Problem-Solution Essay Rubric
ESL In-class essay
Rubric Code: FAX9B3
By jbollato
Ready to use
Public Rubric
Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Problem-Solution Essay
  Poor

0-11

(N/A)

Fair to Good

12-16

(N/A)

Good to Excellent

17-20

(N/A)

Introduction

1 paragraph
Poor

Problem is not presented or introduction is incomplete. No aspects of the problem have been explored.
Fair to Good

Problem is vaguely presented and lacks some supportive detail. All aspects of the problem have not been explored.
Good to Excellent

The problem is clearly presented and analyzed. <BR>
The problem is clearly stated and and its significance is explained.
Body

2 paragraphs
Poor

Problem is presented, but no solution is given. No examples of problem are given.
Fair to Good

Only one solution is given, and it lacks supporting detail. Some aspects of the problem is addressed, but not completely. Only one example given.
Good to Excellent

Both causes and effects of problem have been addressed.<BR>
At least two possible solutions are presented. Solutions offered are concrete and well developed.<BR>
Paper utilizes examples.
Conclusion

1 paragraph
Poor

No conclusion is present.
Fair to Good

Conclusion restates problem, but does not address benefits of solutions.
Good to Excellent

Conclusion restates the problem and the benefits of the solution.
Mechanics/Grammar

Poor

There are many errors with agreement. <BR>
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There are several distracting spelling errors.<BR>
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There are several distracting mechanics erros
Fair to Good

Correct verb forms are mostly used. <BR>
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There are a few spelling errors.<BR>
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There are few mechanics errors.
Good to Excellent

Correct verb forms are used.
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Almost no spelling errors.<BR>
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Almost no mechanics errors.
Style/Word Choice/Tone

Poor

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better. While transitions are present they do not add to the overall effectiveness of the essay
Fair to Good

Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. There is consistent tone and word choice is appropriate with fairly good use of transitions to guide the reader.
Good to Excellent

Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Consistent and appropriate tone and word choice is used throughout the essay. Transitions are appropriate and add to the effectiveness of the paragraph.



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