iRubric: Explanatory Writing rubric

There is no introduction. The information lacks details and does not have a is logical sequence. Few, or no, transitional words are used.

Step Formation: Lack numbers and details in the steps

Keep working at it. You left out one or more steps and explanation. This causes some confusion to the reader.

Your steps and explanation are presented clearly and in a logical order. Some transitional words and phrases are used. More details would help clarify the process.

You have introduced your topic and included the necessary materials. The detailed steps are easy to follow. Your use of transitional words helps the audience follow your procedure.

Few end marks or capital letters. Capital letters used incorrectly. Many spelling errors.

Mistakes using end marks or capitals as well as spelling mistakes make the writing hard to read.

Use of punctuation marks and capitals, as well as spelling, is mostly correct. Few errors exist.

Almost no punctuation or capital letter mistakes. No or very few spelling errors.