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Report Writing 
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Rubric Code: M2432AA
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Subject: English  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: 9-12, Undergraduate, Graduate, Post Graduate

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Fair

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Good

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Exceeds

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Comprehensibility
10 %

Poor

Demonstrates limited understanding or knowledge of the subject matter or task.
Significant errors, lack of organization, minimal evidence of critical thinking, or incomplete response.
Fair

Displays a developing understanding and proficiency in the subject matter or task.
Adequate grasp of key concepts, evidence of critical thinking, coherent organization, and mostly accurate work.
Good

Demonstrates a strong command of the subject matter or task.
Thorough understanding of key concepts, well-developed arguments, strong evidence of critical thinking, and clear organization.
Exceeds

Exemplifies exceptional understanding and mastery of the subject matter or task.
Profound insights, sophisticated arguments, extensive evidence of critical thinking, and outstanding organization.
Content & Development
10 %

Poor

- Content is incomplete.
- Major points are not clear and /or persuasive.
Fair

- Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive.
- Major points are addressed, but not well supported.
- Research is inadequate or does not address course concepts.
- Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.
Good

- Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive.
- Major points are stated clearly and are well supported.
- Research is adequate, timely and addresses course concepts.
- Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Exceeds

In addition to "Good" criteria...
-Information is creative, clear and concise.
- Information added above what was taught in class or required for assignment. 
-Introduction effectively incorporates portions of the KW section of the KWL chart.
-Conclusion includes portions of the L section of the KWL chart as well as team reflections.
Organization & Structure
10 %

Poor

- Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer.
- Introduction and/or conclusion is missing.
- Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.
Fair

- Structure of the paper is not easy to follow.
- Introduction is missing or, if provided, does not preview major points.
- Paragraph transitions need improvement.
- Conclusion is missing, or if provided, does not flow from the body of the paper.
Good

- Structure of the paper is somewhat clear and easy to follow.
- Introduction provides most of the background on the topic and lightly introduces major points.
- Paragraph transitions are present and logical but need a few adjustments to maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.
- Conclusion is logical and needs a few minor adjustments to improve flow from the body of the paper.
Exceeds

- Structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow.
- Introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.
- Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.
- Conclusion is logical and flows from the body of the paper.
Format
10 %

Poor

- Paper lacks many elements of correct formatting.
- Citations and references are not provided.
- Paper is inadequate/excessive in length.
Fair

- Paper follows many guidelines.
- Paper provides citations, but they are incorrectly prepared.
- Paper provides reference list, with some errors or omissions.
- Paper is over/ under word length.
Good

- Paper follows most guidelines.
- Citations and references are used appropriately with few minor errors.
- Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.
Exceeds

- Paper follows designated guidelines.
- Citations and references are used appropriately in APA format.
- Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.
Originality
10 %

Poor

- Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
- Language uses jargon or conversational tone.
Fair

- Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors (no more than 5 errors total).
- Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone.
Good

- Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed with no more than 2 errors; spelling is correct with no more than 1.
- Language is clear and but not precise; sentences are a little varied in structure.
Exceeds

- Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
- Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.










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