Memo

Performance Dimensions

Exceeds

Met

Not Met

Not Acceptable

Comments

Rubric

Grading as follows

80-100%

60-

79%

1-

59%

0%

Instructions (5%)

The paper clearly and effectively follows the instructions given

Organization (OABC) (20%)

O pening gets attention, provides context , and introduces topic

A genda previews content of the document

B ody

Sound paragraphing decisions ( length and development )

Paragraphs limited to one topic per paragraph

Complete discussion of one topic before moving to next topic

Transitions and flow between paragraphs smooth

The overall flow/logic/structure of document is apparent

C losing summarizes and concludes , recommends , if appropriate

Structure evident , suited for the message and type of document

Content (25%)

The content of the document is relevant ; information meaningful

The document is developed with adequate support and examples

The content is accurate and appropriate , with insightful analysis

Style (15%)

The writing is clear and concise ; wordiness avoided

The writing is original , with appropriate sentence variety

Overused, trite phrases , clichés , and slang are avoided

An appropriate voice and tone is used

The style is appropriate to the intended audience and purpose

Proofreading (25%)

The grammar and spelling are correct (proofread)

Punctuation— comma usage, capitalization, etc.—used correctly

The sentence structure and length are appropriate

Format (10%)

Appropriate formatting is used for type of document written

Visual appearance professional ; information is reader friendly

Good use of font , margins , spacing , headings , and visuals