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Blog Rubric
Rubric for evaluating the use of blogs by middle school students.
Rubric Code: L2299WA
By mrtrenholmlad
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Subject: Education  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Beginning

1 pts

Developing

2 pts

Strong

3 pts

Proficient

4 pts

Post Frequency and Post Types

This is all about effort.
Beginning

Your blog does not meet the minimum expectations due to an obvious lack of effort. There is no evidence of time being invested despite being provided considerable classtime. Teacher intervention is required.
Developing

Your blog is approaching the expected number of posts at the time of this evaluation. You demonstrate some consistency and there is an adequate variety of post types. Your demonstrated effort is approaching grade level expectations.
Strong

Your blog has the expected number of posts at the time of this evaluation. You demonstrate consistency and attention to detail by varying the length and types of your posts. Your demonstrated effort is meeting grade level expectations.
Proficient

Your blog exceeds the expected number of posts at the time of this evaluation. You demonstrate consistency and creativity by varying the length and types of your posts. Your demonstrated effort and writing abilities are exceeding grade level expectations.
Intellectual Engagement

How interesting is your content?
Beginning

Blog entries are missing, very short or reflect very little effort in terms of generating ideas, writing, and media skills. Lack of effort choosing content to attract followers.
Developing

Some blog entries are original, and some posts reflect that you have put time and effort into choosing content to attract followers. Posts occasionally include different types of engaging media (pictures, memes, Bitmoji's, video, fonts, etc), but more is expected.
Strong

Most blog entries are original, and posts often reflect that you have put time and effort into choosing content to attract followers. Most posts include different types of engaging media (pictures, memes, Bitmoji's, video, fonts, etc).
Proficient

Blog entries are always original, and it is obvious you have put time and effort into choosing content to attract followers. The blog consistently includes different types of well thought-out, and engaging media (pictures, memes, Bitmoji's, video, fonts, etc)
Voice

Blog writing is all about "SAYING SOMETHING".
Beginning

There is no personal opinion. Writing has no purpose and there is very little evidence of planning or research to help with showing your ideas and thoughts. There are few or no links to other sites.
Developing

Opinion is present but is not cohesive or seems ill defined. The reader would have difficulty understanding what you think about may topics of your posts. Your opinion is rarely supported through links to other sites.
Strong

Your opinion is evident throughout your posts. Your writing has a purpose and a connection is being cultivated between you as a writer and the readers.
Your opinion is supported through links to other sites.
Proficient

Opinion is well thought out and well expressed. Your title, content and supporting media contribute to making your posts reflective of your thoughts and ideas. Your opinions are supported by many links to other sites.
Engaged Writing

Writing mechanics
Beginning

Blog entries use incorrect grammar and syntax consistetnly making it difficult for others to follow. Grade level or IEP expectations are not being met.
Developing

Blog entries show some evidence of correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc. Others will have some trouble following your blog. The blog reflects an overall writing ability approaching grade level.
Strong

Blog entries are clear and easy to read due to the use of proper writing conventions (sentences, paragraphs, spelling, punctuation, titles, etc). The blog refects grade level or approaching grade level ability overall.
Proficient

Blog entries often have flair and originality, and show a grade level or higher than grade level writing ability due to the consistent use of proper writing conventions (sentences, paragraphs, spelling, punctuation, titles, etc).



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