iRubric: 2. Communicate rubric

Student models the ability to follow an argument through a logically sequenced and sound progression

Models the ability to develop an insightful thesis, and consistently connect arguments and evidence back to the thesis

Models understanding of alternative perspectives including opposing viewpoints and counter-arguments

Student frequently invites contributions from others, and consistently uses shared knowledge as a foundation for structuring arguments

Student demonstrates the ability to follow an argument through a logical and sound progression

Demonstrates the ability to develop a relevant thesis, and regularly connects arguments and evidence back to the thesis

Demonstrates understanding of alternative perspectives and opposing viewpoints

Student invites contribution from others, and uses shared knowledge as a foundation for structuring arguments

Student is progressing towards the ability to follow an argument through an effective progression

Student requires some assistance to develop a thesis, and to connect arguments and evidence back to the thesis

Progressing with understanding of different viewpoints; requires assistance to do so

Student requires cues to invite contribution from others, and needs guidance to progress towards using shared knowledge as a foundation for structuring arguments

Student is beginning to be able to follow an argument through - requires significant assistance to do so effectively

Student requires significant assistance in developing a meaningful thesis, and frequent cues to be able to connect evidence back to the thesis

Beginning to understand different viewpoints; requires frequent assistance to begin to understand alternate perspectives

Student only invites contribution from others and connects to shared knowledge w

Student does not attempt