iRubric: Illustration Essay Scoring Rubric

The topic/thesis of essay is not clear.

Topic/thesis introduces the topic, but it either does not give accurate and complete information, or it lacks detail and creativity.

Topic/thesis creates interest and is fairly well developed. But while it contains accurate and complete information regarding the topic being illustrated, it is not very engaging.

Very well developed topic/thesis. It engages the reader and creates interest. Contains accurate and complete information regarding the general topic to be illustrated.

No logical organization. Transitions are not present.

Organization is clear. Some transitions are present, while others are either inappropriate or missing.

Logical progression of ideas. Transitions are present, but they do not enhance the overall effectiveness of the paragraph.

Logical progression of ideas with a clear structure that enhances the paragraph and provides an exceptional illustration of the topic with appropriate and effective transitions.

Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization. No prewriting.

A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that. while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned. Missing one or more prewriting elements.

A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the paragraph.

No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization.