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Writing Assignments Rubric

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Rubric Code: Z29AXB

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Subject: Health

Type: Writing

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	Almost Fair/Poor This essay needs a lot of work and is either a near failing essay or an essay that needs to be entirely redesigned/reorganized and rewritten. Student needs to seek help from the UMKC Writing Center. 0.8333 pts	Good/Fair This is an essay that is working for the most part, but still reads more like a rough draft than a completed essay. Possibly seek help from the UMKC Writing Center. 0.8333 pts	Excellent/Good This essay succeeds in reading like a confidently finished product. This essay has been edited, stylized, and completed with an holistic awareness of the assignment, structure, formatting and audience. 0.8333 pts
APA V Style 2.5 pts proper citations, reference list if required	Almost Fair/Poor Incorrect or absent APA V style.	Good/Fair Elements of APA V style with corrections needed.	Excellent/Good Correct APA V style.
Spelling/Grammar 2.5 pts	Almost Fair/Poor - Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses jargon or conversational tone.	Good/Fair - Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors. - Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon, passive constructions, or conversational tone.	Excellent/Good - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.
Sentence Structure/Coherence 2.5 pts	Almost Fair/Poor - Organization and lack of structure detract from the message of the writer. - Paragraphs disjointed and lack an awareness of transition of thoughts. - Topic sentences missing or unclear. - Supporting sentences too lengthy/wordy, or repetitive.	Good/Fair - Structure of the paragraphs are not easy to follow. - Paragraph transitions need improvement. -Sentences need more attention to purpose.	Excellent/Good - Structure of the writer's paragraphs is clear and easy to follow. - Paragraphs built of good supporting sentences that speak to a clear topic sentence in each paragraph.
Paraphrasing/limited quotes 2.5 pts with proper citation, page numbers, no plagiarism	Almost Fair/Poor Plagiarism present. Improper citations of direct quotes.	Good/Fair Somewhat heavy use of quotations with proper citations. Paraphrasing could be more concise.	Excellent/Good Appropriate and concise use of paraphrasing. Limited use of quotes. Proper citation used.
Accurate account of article 2.5 pts covers the requirements (type of research, method, participants, design, apparatus, variables, results, discussion).	Almost Fair/Poor - Content is incomplete. -Length of paper does not adequately cover required content. - Major points are not clear and /or persuasive. - Unclear if writer understands purpose (assignment). -appears as if student did not read the article	Good/Fair - Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive. -Ideas could be more concise. - Major points are addressed, but not well supported. (Topic sentences present but not supported). - Research (if used) is inadequate or does not address course concepts. - Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose (assignment) and clarity of thought. -student has a beginning understanding of the content of the article.	Excellent/Good - Content is comprehensive, accurate, and addresses the assignment. -Length is appropriate and writing is concise. - Ideas are presented in a clear and understandable manner. - Major points are stated clearly and are well supported. - Research (if used) is adequate, timely and addresses course concepts. - Content and purpose of the writing are clear. -student has a clear understanding of article content.
Critique/ideas of reviewer 2.5 pts reviewer's thoughts	Almost Fair/Poor Reviewer's thougths are absent.	Good/Fair Reviewer's thoughts are present but disorganized and not well-supported.	Excellent/Good Reviewer's thoughts are present, well-organized, and well-supported.

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