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Four Point Scoring Rubric

Four Point Scoring Rubric SIMPLE

Writing Rubric for the 6+1 Writing Traits

Rubric Code: R35B6X

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

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Four Point Scoring Rubric Enter rubric description
	Experimenting Does not meet the Standard 1 pts	Developing Partially Meets the Standard 2 pts	Effective Meets the Standard 3 pts	Strong Exceeds the Standard 4 pts
IDEAS The meaning and development of the message.	Experimenting -Searching for a topic. -Information limited -Information missing -No meaningful details -Disconnected thoughts	Developing -Beginning to define topic -Lacks specific information -Detail support attempted -Begins to develop theme	Effective -Topic defined but broad -Content clear but reader still left with questions. -Relevant, accurate details. -Shows connections.	Strong -Narrow & manageable topic -Goes beyond the obvious -Relevant, rich details -Original ideas
ORGANIZATION The internal structure of the piece.	Experimenting -No lead or conclusion -Sequencing not present -Connections confusing or not present -Hard to follow	Developing -Ineffective lead and/or conclusion -Sequencing or pacing confusing -Connection awkward -Lack or beginning, middle or end	Effective -Routine lead and conclusion -Mostly logical sequencing & pacing -Predictable connections. -Basic beginning, middle, ending	Strong -Inviting introduction and satisfying conclusion -Effective sequencing & pacing -Thoughtful transitions -Smooth organization
VOICE The way the writer brings the topic to life.	Experimenting -No concern for audience -Writer seems uninvolved or distanced from the topic	Developing -Beginning to engage the reader -Writer aware of audience, but uses generalities	Effective -Engages the reader -Writer aware of audience and uses personal insights	Strong -Writer speaks directly to reader -Compelling -Awareness of and respect for audience -Aware of and respect for the purpose of the writing
WORD CHOICE The specific vocabulary the writer uses to convey meaning.	Experimenting -Simple vocabulary -No descriptive language -Words do not convey meaning -Little variety in word choice	Developing -Generally correct words -No spice -Attempt at descriptive language -Words convey general meaning	Effective -Some interesting verbs and adjectives -Moments of sparkle here and there -Effective use of descriptive language -Captures reader's attention	Strong -Powerful engaging word choice -Wording specific/accurate/precise -Artful use of words -Words create pictures
SENTENCE FLUENCY The way the words and phrases flow throughout the text.	Experimenting -Choppy, incomplete -No sentence sense -Oral reading difficult	Developing -Phrasing does not sound natural -Sentence structure impairs understanding -Some sentences invite oral reading -Too many sentences begin the same way	Effective -Sentences more mechanical than fluid -Sentences support each other -Most sentences invite oral reading -Sentence are longer and more complex	Strong -Easy flow and rhythm -Strong varied sentences -Longer complex sentences -Invites oral reading -Overall sentences structure enhances meaning.
CONVENTIONS The mechanical correctness of the piece.	Experimenting -Spelling errors impede readability -Incorrect punctuation -Incorrect capitalization -No paragraphing	Developing -Spelling correct on common words -End punctuation mostly correct -Easy capitalization mostly correct -Grammar errors not serious -Attempts paragraphs	Effective -Spelling generally correct -Punctuation and capitalization mostly correct -Grammar & Usage are correct -Uses paragraphing inconsistently	Strong -Spelling correct -Accurate punctuation -Accurate capitalization -Grammar and usage contribute to clarity -Correct paragraphing

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English

Types:

Writing

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