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Earth Science Exam Essay Grading 
Anatomy Exam Essay Grading
The essay reflects expert reasoning by: (1) synthesizing material; (2) making connections between relevant ideas/claims/points; (3) presenting an insightful and thorough evaluation of the issue or problem; (4) identifying and discussing important nuances in the relevant material; and (5) identifying and discussing key assumptions and/or implications.
Rubric Code: N99CXB
By hilda274
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Subject: Science  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12, Undergraduate

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  Excellent/Expert

4 pts

Proficient

3 pts

Partially Proficient

2 pts

Poor/Not Proficient

1 pts

Connections

Essay makes connections between class reading/activities and content.
Excellent/Expert

Connections between the reading/activities and a broader idea is the major focus of the paper. It is very well developed in the essay.
Proficient

Connections between the reading/activities and the broader ideas are mentioned and developed throughout the essay.
Partially Proficient

Connections between the reading/activities and the broader ideas may be mentioned, but they are not developed fully.
Poor/Not Proficient

Connections between the reading/activities and the broader ideas are loose and/or unclear.
Depth/Development of Ideas

Excellent/Expert

Ideas from the reading are fully backed up and supported with appropriate examples.
Proficient

Ideas from readings are backed up, although there may be:<BR>
- too much repetition<BR>
- not enough examples to support the ideas fully.
Partially Proficient

Ideas from readings are mentioned and there is a weak attempt made to back up the ideas.
Poor/Not Proficient

Ideas from readings are mentioned but not backed up or elaborated on.
OR
Ideas are not factually accurate.
Organization

Excellent/Expert

The essay has all of the following elements:<BR>
- an introduction<BR>
- at least 2 body paragraphs with supporting evidence<BR>
- a conclusion.
The essay flows well and is easy for the reader to follow and understand.
Proficient

The essay is missing 1 of the "excellent" organizational elements, but it is still somewhat easy for the reader to follow and understand.
Partially Proficient

The essay is missing 2-3 parts of the "excellent" organizational elements. It is a challenge for the reader to understand some parts.
Poor/Not Proficient

The essay is completely lacking in organization and structure. It is difficult for the reader to understand/follow.
Grammar/Language Use

Excellent/Expert

The essay has been spell-checked and proof-read, and has 2 or fewer errors.
Proficient

The essay has been spell-checked and proof-read, and has 3-7 errors.
Partially Proficient

The essay has possibly been spell-checked and proof-read, but has 8-13 errors.
Poor/Not Proficient

The essay has not been spell-checked or proof-read, and has 14 or more errors.






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