Annotated bibliography

Score

Content /Organization

refers to topic of Abstract and Bibliography; order and focus of ideas; integrated and documented support; presents other perspectives

Diction

refers to using words appropriate to the audience and purpose; choosing words for deliberate effect

Sentence structure refers to positioning and varying sentence length and rhythm to create a deliberate effect; fragments are a rhetorical choice

Research and Documentation

Refers to the synthesis and integration of varied and credible research; uses current MLA (or other) citation style; avoids plagiarism

Grammar/ mechanics

refers to spelling, word usage, grammar, punctuation, and ability to proofread

Outstanding

13.5-15

Well-defined, argument within each anno; Contains all annos; insightful organization of credible research, Brief, in-depth abstract included-showing diverse voices; consistent focus and graceful transitions; balanced, explication of how you will use each source or how it compares to another

Compelling word choice, demonstrating insightful use of figurative language

Sentences are carefully formed and positioned with attention to emphasis, rhythm and pace to engage the reader

Accurately presents sources in full, correct documentation; leaves accurate alphabetical record of where to find materials to duplicate research. Balanced sources conforms with maximum course requirements. includes Works Cited.

Demonstrates mastery of grammar, creating compelling prose; few to no errors

Strong

12-13.49

Clear argument and focus; strong use of related support; Contains all annos; Abstract shows some connections between annos- logical progression of ideas; smooth transitions, some explication of how you will use each source or how it compares to another

Specific word choice including metaphor and analogy

Sentences show variety in length, pattern, and rhythm

Carefully presents required sources in almost full, correct MLA format, leaves clear record of how to duplicate research. Most entries correctly presented, alphabetical. References pertinent to paper. URLs & vol. #s appear; correct. Includes Works Cited.

Demonstrates understanding of most grammar; spell check errors remain

Satisfactory

10.5-12.49

Conventional argument and related support; Missing one anno; Abstract is general- but somewhat informative. Unbalanced perspective and uneven progression of ideas; Little explication of how you will use each source or how it compares to another adequate transitions

Some sources missing explication of how you will use each source or how it compares to another source you cite.

Conventional word choice

Sentences show some variation in pattern and are linked with appropriate transitions

Honest attempt to record only sources used in paper; lists them mostly alphabetically. MLA format attempted, with relatively few errors. Most dates present, not most URLs, page #s, Works Cited sources listed. Vol. #s, URL format error.

Occasional errors in sentence structure, verb agreement, pronoun reference, spelling and punctuation

Limited

10.49 and below

MOST sources listed do not reflect topic -but rather JUST summarize text—Missing more than one anno; Argument unclear or lacking insight; Abstract missing or to generalized and unfocused. Inconsistent organization; transitions do not connect ideas

Vague, ordinary word choice with clichés and jargon

Simple sentences are frequent with occasional fused sentences and fragments

Some sources show no connection to final paper topic--though they are correctly listed mostly in MLA form. Page numbers, URLs are missing; dates missing; works cited sources missing; not alphabetical; volume #format incorrect.

Frequent errors in sentence structure, verb agreement, pronoun reference, spelling and punctuation