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R+J Newspaper 
Macbeth Newspaper
Rubric Code: J25W7X3
By msdragich
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Subject: English  
Type: Assessment  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Element Missing

2 pts

Below Expectations

The student needs to re-examine their efforts.

5 pts

Meets Expectations

The student met the minimum requirements.

7 pts

Exceeds Expectations

The student exceeded the minimum requirements

10 pts

Required Articles

Please refer to the project description or read a newspaper for exemplars.
Element Missing

The student's newspaper did not have the required elements according to the assignment outline.
Below Expectations

Student created two news articles that did not meet the following expectations: events depicted accurately, contained direct, and cited quotes, an appropriate headline, lead paragraph, and byline.
Meets Expectations

Student wrote the required five items. Student accurately depicted events from the play with direct, cited quotes. Each article has an appropriate headline, lead paragraph, and byline.
Exceeds Expectations

Student created more than the five required items. Student accurately depicted events from the play with direct, cited quotes. Each article had an appropriate headline, lead paragraph, and byline.
Journalistic Standards

Saying you got it from Google does not count as properly attributing credit to a source. Follow the guidelines linked in the Required section.
Element Missing

Missing citations.
Below Expectations

You attempted to cite your quote but gave too little information in your citation.
Meets Expectations

You attempted to cite your quotes, but you didn't follow the proper format and have too much information.
Exceeds Expectations

You followed the proper format to cite your quotes linked in the Required section of the assignment description.
Language & Visuals

Check your spelling and include appropriate visual elements.
Element Missing

The newspaper has too many spelling or grammar errors. No articles and columns are accompanied by pictures or graphics OR pictures do not have captions containing their source information.
Below Expectations

Your newspaper has a few serious spelling or grammar errors or has many less serious errors. A few articles and columns are accompanied by pictures or graphics. Pictures still have captions containing their credit line.
Meets Expectations

Your newspaper may have some minor spelling or grammar errors. Each article is accompanied by pictures, but you either forgot your credit line or caption.
Exceeds Expectations

The student did an exceptional job in meeting the standards of professional journalists. Their newspaper is free from spelling or grammar errors. The articles and columns are mostly accompanied by well-chosen pictures or other graphics. Each picture has a caption below with the credit line.
Points for Artistic Expression
Pay attention to the individual boxes below for artistic expression points.
Name of Newspaper

Student created an appropriate name for their newspaper and featured it on the front page in a large, easy to read font.
Element Missing

0 - Student did not choose an appropriate name for their newspaper.
Below Expectations
Meets Expectations

2 - Student chose an appropriate name for their newspaper.
Exceeds Expectations

4 - Student's chose to name their newspaper using a clever title or pun.
Overall Neatness

How neat and professional does your newspaper appear?
Element Missing

0 - Newspaper does not have a neat enough appearance for a high school assignment. The newspaper was obviously produced in a hurry and shows it. No points are awarded for a slapdash product.
Below Expectations
Meets Expectations

2 - Newspaper was somewhat neat in appearance. While not professional enough for the adult world, the student created an acceptable product for a high school assignment.
Exceeds Expectations

4 - Newspaper was exceptionally neat and professional looking. Fonts were clear and easy to read. The pages weren't overwhelmed by pictures. The student could produce a newsletter in the adult world in the future.
Above & Beyond Bonus

Student examined the sections of a typical newspaper and created their own addition to the guidelines along with appropriate content.
Element Missing

0 - Student made no effort to research and add additional sections beyond the project guidelines. No bonus points awarded.
Below Expectations
Meets Expectations

2 - Student researched the typical sections of a newspaper and attempted to create their own content. There is an issue with the content created.
Exceeds Expectations

4 - Student took the initiative to research what sections a typical newspaper has, chose one, and created appropriate content for their newspaper clearly based on the play.
What grade did you get?
  D Range

23 - 26 pts

(N/A)

C Range

27 - 30 pts

(N/A)

B Range

31 - 34 pts

(N/A)

A Range

35 - 38 pts

(N/A)





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