iRubric: English 1: Graphic Memoir Project rubric

The memoir does not clearly present all key elements, nor does the story engage the reader.
0-9pts

The memoir attempts to present most of the key elements, but storytelling is lacking, either in its development or in the description of the "Ah-Ha" moment.
10-13pts

The memoir presents all key elements. Storytelling effectively utilizes the three part story structure and includes an "Ah-Ha" moment.
14-17pts

The memoir fluently incorporates all key elements (Outline, Membean Words, Literary Devices, Three Part Story Structure, Genre Study). Storytelling is engaging and clearly highlights the lesson learned in the "Ah-Ha" moment.
18-20pts

Memoir lacks creative elements and/or symbolism.

Memoir uses few creative elements. Limited use of symbolism.

Memoir uses enough creative elements to present topic. Good use symbolism.

Creative elements and symbolism thoughtfully match the content and enhance the understanding of the memoir. Genre study elements add a level of sophistication to the creativity.

Calendar is not updated or is lost. Due dates are missed. Significantly off-task behavior is witnessed in class. Homework is not completed.
0-9pts

Calendar updates are irregular. Submissions are not always made in a timely manner. Off-task behavior in class begins to impact final product. Minimal forward progress made for homework.
10-13pts

Calendar submitted but teacher makes updates. Submissions are mostly on time. Behavior in class is mostly on task. Some forward progress made for homework each day.
14-17pts

Calendar submitted and updated independently. All submissions are on time. On task behavior displayed in class. Significant forward progress made for homework each day.
18-20pts

Fewer than 3 comprehension questions are submitted, or those that are submitted generate yes/no responses.

3 comprehension questions are submitted, or those that are submitted generate simple responses and/or do not highlight major components of your memoir.

3-4 comprehension questions are submitted; they highlight major components of your memoir but do not require much deep analysis to answer.

5 or more comprehension questions are submitted; they generate thoughtful, analytical responses and highlight the key thematic elements of your memoir.

Essay is incomplete in describing the assigned topics and/or is riddled with careless errors.

Essay is complete in describing the topic, but errors made in haste impact the fluency. Attempts to analyze the "Elements of Literary Style" but they are not clearly described in the essay.

Essay is clearly written but has more than three errors. Mentions the "Elements of Literary Style" utilized in your memoir but supporting details from the text are only minimally described.

Essay is thoughtfully and concisely written with minimal errors. Highlights the "Elements of Literary Style" utilized in your memoir and provides supporting details from the text to prove each point.