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Writing Assignments Rubric

Use this rubric for grading student papers. Can be customized for any subject.

Rubric Code: X36X4A

By smcnurlin

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Subject: Law

Type: Assignment

Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Criterion
	poor 120 pts	fair 140 pts	good 200 pts
Content & Development 100 pts	poor - Content is incomplete. - Major points are not clear and /or persuasive.	fair - Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive. - Major points are addressed, but not well supported. - Research is inadequate or does not address course concepts. - Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.	good - Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive. - Major points are stated clearly and are well supported. - Research is adequate, timely and addresses course concepts. - Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Sources 40 pts	poor Has one	fair three	good Has three or more
Organization & Structure 30 pts	poor -Lacks tow or more sections -Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer. - Paragraph is disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.	fair -Lacks one section - Structure of the paragraph is not easy to follow. - Paragraph transitions need improvement.	good -Has Title Page, Introduction, Literature Review, and Analysis Sections - Structure of the paragraph is clear and easy to follow.
Length 10 pts	poor Paper is inadequate length (the body of the paper os half or less than the assignment).	fair - Paper is under the page limit in length, but able to convey the informatoin (three to five pages in length).	good Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.
Format 10 pts APA or MLA	poor - Paper lacks many elements of correct formattting. -	fair - Paper follows most guidelines.	good - Paper follows designated guidelines. -
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling 10 pts	poor - Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses jargon or conversational tone.	fair - Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors. - Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone.	good - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.