iRubric: Spring Semester Exam: Reflective Essays rubric

The essay is unreadable AND/OR does not answer the prompt in any meaningful way.

The essay addresses some aspect of the prompt, but only in a tangential manner. Little reflective thought is demonstrated. Examples from classroom experience are absent or inaccurate. Grammar is poor.

The essay addresses part of the prompt completely, but some aspects of the prompt are weakly addressed. There are some direct examples from classroom instruction. Some reflective thought is demonstrated. Grammar is acceptable.

The essay addresses each part of the prompt completely in good grammar. direct examples from classroom instruction are given for each part of the prompt addressed. The essay clearly demonstrates reflection and growth.

The essay addresses each part of the prompt completely. Detailed examples are given from classroom instruction. The student clearly relates classroom instruction to their own change in understanding. The essay provides meaningful feedback to teachers on instructional effectiveness. Grammar is excellent.