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Literary Analysis Research Paper
Literary Analysis Research Paper
Rubric Code:
R2XCW92
By
cunninsl
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Rubric: Research Essay
Excellent
10 pts
Proficient
8 pts
Satisfactory
6 pts
Limited
4 pts
Poor
2 pts
MLA format and citations
Excellent
The student uses MLA format (heading, pagination) correctly and cites all quoted passages and sources correctly. In addition, student includes a Works Cited page that is formatted correctly.
Proficient
The student uses MLA format (heading, pagination) correctly and cites all quoted passages and sources correctly. In addition, student includes a Works Cited page that is formatted correctly. Has minimal errors that are hard to notice.
Satisfactory
The student uses MLA format correctly most of the time; cites all quoted or paraphrased passages and sources correctly. Works Cited page is, for the most part, formatted correctly.
Limited
Some parts of MLA format are correct and some are not; quoted or paraphrased passages are cited but not cited correctly. Works Cited page is included but is formatted incorrectly.
Poor
Student does not use correct MLA format and/or does not cite quoted or paraphrased passages; there may be evidence of plagiarism. No Works Cited page is included.
Grammar, Mechanics, and Spelling
Excellent
There are no errors in mechanics, usage, grammar or spelling. The title of the work and evidence from the work are correctly capitalized and punctuated throughout.
Proficient
There are almost no errors in mechanics, usage, grammar or spelling. The title of the work and evidence from the work are correctly capitalized and punctuated throughout except for minor errors.
Satisfactory
There are some errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling. Most conventions related to capitalizing and punctuating the title of the work and supplying evidence from the work are followed.
Limited
There are several errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling. Only some of the conventions related to capitalizing and punctuating the title of the work and supplying evidence from the work are followed.
Poor
There are many serious errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, and spelling. Few or none of the conventions related to capitalizing and punctuating the title of the work and supplying evidence from the work are followed.
Introduction/Thesis
Excellent
Intro engages the reader, introduces textual issues, and leads effectively to the thesis; thesis clearly stated and exhibits analytical thinking, engagement with the topic, and complexity; texts, authors referenced within first two paragraphs.
Proficient
Intro attempts to engage the reader, introduces textual issues, and leads effectively to the thesis; thesis clearly stated and exhibits some analytical thinking, engagement with the topic, and complexity; texts, authors referenced within first two paragraphs.
Satisfactory
Intro leads reader to the thesis; thesis is clearly stated and contains a position and a rationale, but one or the other may not be effective; exhibits some analytical thinking, texts, authors, and issues referenced.
Limited
Intro leads the reader to the thesis; thesis is present but lacks clarity and analytical thinking; texts and authors may be referenced.
Poor
Intro fails to adequately tie into thesis; thesis is unclear and underdeveloped; texts, authors, and issues are not referenced.
Organization
Excellent
Essay begins with strong, clear intro and thesis, paragraphs begin with precise topic sentences, relate back to the thesis, and contain appropriately organized quotes from the text and sources. Transitions are consistently used. Conclusion relates to thesis, but does not merely summarize. Leaves the reader with a something to ponder.
Proficient
Essay begins with clear intro and thesis, paragraphs begin with topic sentences, relate back to the thesis, and contain appropriately organized quotes from the text and sources. Transitions are often used. Conclusion relates to thesis, but does not merely summarize.
Satisfactory
Essay begins with intro and thesis, most supporting paragraphs relate to thesis, and sometimes offer textual support. Transitions are used but are sometimes abrupt. Conclusion sums up argument and connects to thesis.
Limited
Essay begins with intro and thesis, supporting paragraphs list ideas presented in thesis. There are few quotes or quotes are incorrectly executed. Some transitions are used. Conclusion connects to thesis.
Poor
Essay begins with intro, thesis is not clearly present. Paragraphs are not well developed; no quotes or textual references are included, or the textual evidence is irrelevant to the topic; conclusion does not connect to thesis.
Analysis & Research
Excellent
Essay reflects mastery of the research perspective applied through the student's analysis. Evidence or examples are consistently integrated and support the thesis and topic sentence. Analysis is precise and consistently provided. Student makes relevant connection between sources and demonstrates critical argumentation.
Proficient
Essay reflects strong understanding of the research perspective applied through the student's analysis. Evidence or examples are integrated and support the thesis and topic sentence. Analysis is consistently provided. Student makes relevant connection between sources and clearly relates to thesis.
Satisfactory
Essay reflects a solid understanding of the research perspective applied. The writer uses much of the language and rhetoric that informs the perspective. Evidence and examples support the thesis and the topic sentence. Analysis is consistently provided although it may not always connect with the thesis.
Limited
Essay reflects some understanding of the research perspective applied. The writer struggles to use the language and rhetoric that informs the perspective. Some evidence or examples are provided but they may not support the thesis or topic sentence. Essay is heavily dependent on summary and/or the analysis of source(s) may not connect with the thesis. Analysis may be obvious or repetitive.
Poor
Essay reflects little to no understanding of the research perspective and may not be applied in the student's analysis. The writer uses little, if any, of the language and rhetoric that informs the perspective. Very little evidence or examples are provided, and there is little or no analysis of source(s).
Language Style / Voice
Excellent
Writing is academic in tone, demonstrating a clear sense of purpose and audience; writer's voice is evident -- confident and sophisticated; vocabulary and phrasing are academically appropriate, persuasive, and sophisticated without being pretentious
Proficient
Writing is academic in tone, demonstrating a sense of purpose and audience; writer's voice is evident -- confident; vocabulary and phrasing are academically appropriate, often persuasive, and sophisticated.
Satisfactory
Writing is generally academic in tone; writer’s voice may not be consistently persuasive but is discernible; writing demonstrates an awareness of the purpose to persuade; vocabulary in some places may be simplistic or ineffective
Limited
Writing tends to be mechanical in tone; writer’s voice is not discernible in the essay; writing demonstrates inconsistent awareness of the purpose to persuade; vocabulary tends to be simplistic, marked by instances of informal or imprecise diction
Poor
Writing is mechanical in tone; writer’s voice is not discernible in essay; writing demonstrates no awareness of purpose to persuade; vocabulary is simplistic and/or inappropriate
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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