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Explanatory Paper Rubric 
Ms. Grasso
Rubric Code: M99A5A
By suzgall
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Public Rubric
Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Beginning

1 pts

Emerging

2 pts

Developing

3 pts

Capable

4 pts

Experienced

5 pts

Exceptional

6 pts

Organization

Beginning

No main idea, purpose, or central theme exists. Thesis statement is not present. No support given. QQAFS not covered.
Emerging

Main idea and thesis statement is still missing, though possible topic theme is emerging OR there are too many topics being covered. QQAFS not covered, or only 1 part of it is covered.
Developing

Main idea is present and thesis is stated, though it may be broad or simplistic. The meaning must be inferred by the reader and is not directly stated. 2 QQAFS covered.
Capable

Topic or Theme is identified as the main idea and a thesis statement is made but the development of the topic is basic or general. 3 QQAFS covered.
Experienced

The main idea and thesis is well stated and clearly marked and is developed slightly, but more information is needed. 4 QQAFS covered.
Exceptional

The main idea and thesis statement is clear, supported, and enriched by relevant anecdotes and details. All QQAFS are covered.
Body Paragraphs

Beginning

Body paragraphs does not include TEEC. No references to class discussions or articles are made. Transitions not used.
Emerging

Body paragraphs include some elements of TEEC, but not all, and may not be relavant or on topic. No references to class discussion or articles are made. Transitions not used.
Developing

Body paragraphs include basic elements of TEEC, but does not go beyond that. There is a reference to class discussion, but no quote from an article. Some transitions attempted.
Capable

Body paragraphs inlcudes TEEC and at least 1 toolbox skill. There is a reference to class discussion and/or a quote from the article but it is not explained. Some transitions used.
Experienced

Body paragraphs inlcudes TEEC and 2 toolbox skills. There is a reference to class discussion and/or a quote that is adequately explained. Transitions are used.
Exceptional

Body paragraphs inlcudes TEEC and 2 or more toolbox skills. There is a reference to class discussion and/or a quote that is adequately explained.Transitions are used.
Conclusion

Beginning

Conclusion is not present and there is no wrap up of information.
Emerging

Conclusion paragraph summarizes thoughts but does not offer a new solution, ask a deeper question, or use a quote.
Developing

Conclusion paragraph summarizes thoughts by using only one of the skills taught.
Capable

Conclusion paragraph summarizes thoughts by using two of the skills taught.
Experienced

Conclusion paragraph summarizes thoughts by using all 3 skills, but a new solution is not adequately thought out.
Exceptional

Conclusion paragraph includes a well thought out new solution, a deeper question, and a quote.
Word Choice

Beginning

Vocabulary is limited; author searches for words to convey meaning; no mental imagery exists.
Emerging

Vocabulary is flawed resulting in impaired meaning; wrong words are used; and reader can't picture message or content.
Developing

Vocabulary is understandable yet lacks energy; some interpretation is needed to understand parts of the piece.
Capable

Vocabulary is functional yet still lacks energy; authors meaning is easy to understand in general.
Experienced

Vocabulary is more precise and appropriate; mental imagery emerges.
Exceptional

Vocabulary is powerful and engaging, creating mental imagery; words convey intended message in a precise, interesting, and natural way.




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