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Analytical essay

opinion paper; select argument and prove; counter arguments

Rubric Code: KB5CX8

By erhardin

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Subject: Psychology

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Criterion
	Poor 2 pts	Fair 3 pts	Good 4 pts	Excellent 5 pts
Organization 30 % Is there an organized argument that is clear and easy to follow?	Poor - Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer. - Body Paragraphs are out of order. - Paragraphs unorganized and lack transition of thoughts.	Fair - Paper is not easy to follow. - Body paragraphs are in order. - Paragraph transitions need improvement.	Good - Paper is clear and easy to follow. - Body paragraphs are in order. - Paragraph transitions are present.	Excellent -Paper is clear and easy to follow. - Paragraph transitions are logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.
Thoughts/Understanding 40 % Did the student defend her or his thesis using credible, balanced research? Were potential counter arguments addressed? What kind of evidence is used?	Poor - Paper did not address the assignment. - Few major points. - Thoughts were vague and unclear. - There was no explanation or elaboration.	Fair - Paper addresses the assignment. - Some major thoughts. - Points are supported. - Some explanation of support. -Reliance on anecdote as primary source of evidence.	Good - Paper addresses the assignment. - Major points are stated clearly. - Points are well supported. - Explanations of support clearly prove thesis.	Excellent - Paper addresses the assignment. - All major points are stated clearly and elaborately. - Counter arguments are addressed - Explanations of support clearly, locally, prove thesis.
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling 20 % To what extent did the student use appropriate grammaer?	Poor - Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses jargon, cliches, or conversational tone.	Fair - Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors. - Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon, cliches, or conversational tone.	Good - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed with minor errors. -Spelling is correct.	Excellent - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.
Efficiency 10 % How concise is the writing?	Poor -Writing is excessively verbose.	Fair -Fair	Good -Good.	Excellent -Consistently clear, concise, efficient.