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How-to Semester Final Informational Process Analysis Essay Rubric Code: BXC8953 By mrsclt817 Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

How-to Essay
	Excellent A 10 pts	Good B-C 8 pts	Fair C-D 6 pts	Poor F 4 pts
Organization	Excellent A There is a clear introduction and conclusion, which reflects author's view on the topic. All Instructions are arranged in sequence. Transition words are used and may be varied. A super amount of details are utilized.	Good B-C There is a clear introduction and conclusion. Most instructions are arranged in sequence. Transition words are used and may be varied. A super amount of details are utilized.	Fair C-D There is an introduction, but author's personal view on the topic is missing. Conclusion needs some work. Instructions are mostly arranged in sequence. Transition words are used. Some details are used.	Poor F There is no introduction with author's opinion about the topic; conclusion is missing. Instructions are not arranged in sequence. Little or no evidence of transition words. Minimal details are used.
Elements of How-to Writing	Excellent A The overall purpose is clear; the steps are presented in the order in which they are performed; transitional words and phrases that show order are used effectively; the writing is tailored to the audience. Word choice is consistently precise.	Good B-C The purpose is generally clear; most steps are presented in the order in which they are performed; transitional words and phrases that show order are used; the writing is generally focused on the audience. Most word choices are precise.	Fair C-D The purpose is unclear; steps may be presented out of order; the writing lacks transitional words and phrases that show order; the writing does not address the intended audience. Most word choices are imprecise, redundant, or confusing.	Poor F No purpose is apparent. The writing does not address the intended audience. Word choices are imprecise, redundant, or confusing.
Conventions	Excellent A There are few or no errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, spelling.	Good B-C There are some errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, spelling.	Fair C-D Errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling interfere with the audience's understanding of the essay.	Poor F Serious and numerous errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling block the audience's understanding of the process.
Word Choice	Excellent A Precise, carefully chosen. Strong, fresh, vivid images. Descriptive, broad range of words. Word choices energize reader.	Good B-C Language is functional and appropriate. Words may be correct but mundane.	Fair C-D Common words chosen. Monotonous often repetitious.	Poor F Limited range of vocabulary.