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Essay Checklist Grading Criteria for Papers Check list for grading a paper Rubric Code: T26952 By guerschmide Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 9-12

Criteria
	Always 10 pts	Sometimes 5 pts	No 0 pts
Content & Organization
1 All key elements of the assignments are covered.(pre-write, outline, rough draft, final paper)	Always	Sometimes	No
2 The content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive.	Always	Sometimes	No
3 Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically.	Always	Sometimes	No
Format & Style
1 Sentences are complete, clear and concise.	Always	Sometimes	No
2 Sentences are well-constructed with consistently strong, varied sentences.	Always	Sometimes	No
3 Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought.	Always	Sometimes	No
Mechanics
1 The paper follows correct formatting.	Always	Sometimes	No
2 Correctly cite original works within the body of the paper.	Always	Sometimes	No
3 Rules of grammar, spelling, usage, and punctuation are followed.	Always	Sometimes	No
Criterion
	Poor 0 pts	Fair/Good 5 pts	Excellent 10 pts
Thesis Statement A Thesis stament presents an argument	Poor There is no recognizable thesis.	Fair/Good The thesis mentions either the theme or poetic devices discussed in the paper, but not necessarily in the form of an argument.	Excellent The thesis states a position and the reasons for holding that position in the form of an argument to be proven in the body of the paper