iRubric: Project 1 Comp 2 rubric

Very well-developed introduction with a clear thesis statement that introduces the topic and is engaging to readers.

Introduction contains a thesis statement. The thesis creates interest and is fairly well developed. But it is not very engaging.

Introduction contains a statement but it either does not give accurate and complete information about the topic or it lacks detail and creativity.

Attempt to engage the audience awkward or vague. Prompt is somewhat misunderstood but partially addressed. The central claim is inappropriate, weak, or unclear. No background information.

Each paragraph contains a clearly focused topic sentence that relates to the thesis statement.
Reasons for the argument are clearly stated, and there are enough details to support the argument effectively and thoroughly. Concrete and specific examples are presented that effectively support and strengthen the argument.

Each paragraph contains a topic sentence related to the thesis statement.
Reasons for the argument are stated and there are enough details and examples to support the argument adequately and logically.

Each paragraph contains a topic sentence but the relationship to the thesis is not clearly evident in each one.
Reasons for the argument are stated, but there are few concrete and specific details or examples to support the argument adequately or logically.

Each paragraph does not contain a topic sentence.
Reasons for the argument are not stated, or there are obvious fallacies that contradict the details and examples. Perhaps the argument is an unsupported rant.

The concluding paragraph clearly and effectively restates the argument and gives valid reasons in support of the argument. It may also call for action from the reader or at least invoke thought about the argument.

The concluding paragraph restates the argument based on the thesis statement. It also gives valid and logical reasons that support the argument.

The concluding paragraph summarizes the argument based on the thesis, but it offers little to no additional support or validity for the argument.

There is no apparent conclusion or restating of the argument.