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Grading Criteria for Open Book Essays Grading Criteria for Open Book Essays Check list for grading open book module exam with essays. Rubric Code: S2XW338 By mckelveyn Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Biology Type: Writing Grade Levels: Post Graduate

Criteria
	Excellent 3 pts	Good 2 pts	Poor 1 pts	Needs major improvement 0 pts
Content & Organization
1 All key elements of the question are covered.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
2 The content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
3 Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
Format & Style
1 Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow throughout the essay.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
2 The tone is appropriate to the question posed.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
3 Sentences are complete, clear and concise.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
4 Sentences are well-constructed with consistently strong, varied sentences.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
5 Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
Mechanics
1 The essay follows correct formatting.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
2 Each essay is laid out with effective use of headings, fonts and space.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
3 Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement
4 Spelling is correct.	Excellent	Good	Poor	Needs major improvement