iRubric: "How To" Article rubric

Creates at least one paragraph with each paragraph including either 1 or none of the following requirements: a topic sentence, 3 supporting facts and details, and a concluding sentence.

The introduction contains a topic sentence ; the body explains only some of the steps involved in doing or making something; the conslusion effectively ends the writing.

The introduction contains a topic sentence, but the sentence may be unclear, imprecise, or undeveloped; the body explains only some of the steps involved in doing or making something; the conslusion effectively ends the writing.

The introduction contains a clearly stated topic sentence; the body fully and clearly explains the steps involved in doing or making something; the conslusion effectively ends the writing.

The essay shows no signs of organization and lacks vital direction or information.

Less than half of the directions given are concrete, orderly, and understandable or the chosen task involves less than 3 steps.

At least half of the directions given are concrete, orderly, and understandable and the chosen task involves at least 3 steps.

Gives concrete, orderly, and understandable directions on how to complete a task which involves more than 3 steps.

Little or no voice is present

Voice is inconsistent or
weak
Writing shows little sense
of audience

Voice is present
Shows an awareness of an
audience
Writing is somewhat
engaging

Voice is appropriate to the
topic, purpose, and audience
Writing is exceptionally
expressive and engaging