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Wilkes IEP 500/600 Research-based Argumentative Essay 
8th Grade ELA Research-based Argumentative Essay Cassata
The attached rubric focuses on the research based argumentative essay criteria.
Rubric Code: NXAACX8
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
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  Exemplary

4 pts

Proficient

3 pts

Emerging

2 pts

Not Yet Demonstrated

1 pts

Total

(N/A)

Intro / Thesis

Exemplary

Well-developed introduction engages the reader and creates interest. Contains detailed background information and a clear explanation of the problem. Thesis clearly states a significant and compelling position.
Proficient

Introduction creates interest and contains background information. Thesis clearly states a problem and the writer's position is evident.
Emerging

Introduction adequately explains the background of the problem, but may lack clarity. thesis states a problem, but writer's position may not be evident.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Background details are a random collection of information, are unclear, and may be loosely related to the topic. Thesis / position is vague or not stated.
Total
Argumentative Points

Exemplary

Well-developed argumentative points directly support the writer's thesis / position. Supporting examples are concrete and detailed. Commentary is logical and well-thought-out. Refutation acknowledges opposing viewpoints clearly and skillfully. Summary sentences are
Proficient

Most argumentative points are related to the thesis, but one may lack sufficient support or deviates from thesis. Refutation acknowledges opposing viewpoint(s) with some logic and clarity.
Emerging

More than one argumentative point lacks sufficient details and support. Writer attempts to address one or more opposing arguments, but the writer may not refute the opposition clearly or adequately.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Most argumentative points are poorly developed. Refutation is missing or vague. Commentary is not present.
Total

3X
Organization

Exemplary

Logical progression of ideas with a clear structure that enhances the thesis. The internal and external transitions are smooth and provide coherence between and among ideas.
Proficient

Logical progression of ideas. The internal and external transitions are present throughout essay and provide adequate coherence between and among ideas.
Emerging

Organization is clear. Some internal and external transitions are present, but may not lend to coherence between and among ideas.
Not Yet Demonstrated

No organization. Transition are not present or not appropriate.
Total
Conclusion

Exemplary

Conclusion summarizes the thesis and key points. The conclusion includes commentary and ends with a "a call for action'.
Proficient

Conclusion summarizes thesis and key points with commentary, but no "call for action.
Emerging

Conclusion mirrors introduction closely, with little or no new commentary on the writer's thesis / position.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Conclusion does not re-visit the thesis or summarize key argumentative point(s).
Total
Style & Conventions

Exemplary

Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Words are well-chosen. The tone is formal and appropriate throughout essay. Punctuation, spelling, & capitalization are accurate with one or no errors.
Proficient

Writing is clear and sentences have some varied structure. Mostly appropriate word choice. Tone is generally formal and is appropriate throughout essay. Punctuation, spelling, & capitalization are generally accurate, with two to three errors.
Emerging

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. Inappropriate word choice at various points in essay. Tone may be informal at times. More than three errors in punctuation, spelling, & capitalization.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences. Diction is inappropriate and inconsistent throughout essay. Tone of piece is highly inconsistent with writer's position / thesis. Many errors in punctuation, spelling, & capitalization distract reader.
Total





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