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Blog Rubric 8th Grade Tech Blog Rubric Rubric to be used for all blog entries based on class discussion, reading, and Rubric Code: J76C54 By lleimbach Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Computers Type: Writing Grade Levels: 9-12

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Use of blogs *Response to others' blog entries may not always be required.	1 Student contribution is minimal and/or difficult to understand. * No response to other entries.	2 Student contribution is timely but lacks the detail necessary to show thorough understanding of material. Student does not include references to classroom discussion/video/reading. *No responses to other entries.	3 Student contribution is strong, fact based and shows basic understanding of the topic. *Additionally, there are thoughtful responses to other entries.	4 Student contribution is strong, substantial and shows thorough understanding of topic. Student has included original ideas that promote further thinking.
Intellectual Engagement	1 Blog entries make little or no reference to classroom discussion or web/reading resources. OR Blog entry is copied from another student.	2 Blog entries make some reference to classroom discussion web/reading resources. Student posts an opinion but does not support it with facts.	3 Blog entries show strong awareness of key issues discussed, makes full use of web/reading resources. Includes a student opinion and adds examples supporting the entry.	4 Blog entries show strong awareness of key issues discussed in class and web/reading resources. Student's own opinion is also present, and presents thought provoking questions or statements to further the discussion.
Personal Response.	1 There is no personal opinion.	2 Opinion is present but is not supported by facts.	3 Opinion is supported through facts from classroom discussions or web/reading resources	4 Opinion is well organized. Student supports opinion with facts beyond the classroom discussions (as a result of research beyond class) and provides references to these sources.
Engaged Writing Writing mechanics	1 Blog entries use incorrect grammar and spelling, consistently making it difficult for others to follow ideas in entry.	2 Blog entries show some evidence of correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc. Others will have little trouble following your entry.	3 Blog entries show a good command of Standard English and have flair and originality. Few spelling or grammatical errors.	4 Blog entries meet all requirements for a 3 AND have no spelling or grammatical errors.