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Essay Rubric
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Criteria
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Ratings
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Pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeNeatness counts
Use of MLA format in name block and pagination.
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5 to >3.0 pts
Full Marks
Correct MLA name block and pagination.
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3 to >0.0 pts
Average
Close but with errors.
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0 pts
No Marks
Terrible.
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5 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar, Spelling, and Punctuation
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10 to >5.0 pts
Full Marks
Excellent with few errors.
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5 to >0.0 pts
Average
Overall fine, but with consistent errors.
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0 pts
No Marks
Far below acceptable standards. Creating stops and confusion for the reader.
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10 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMLA Documentation Format
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20 to >10.0 pts
Full Marks
Excellent with few errors.
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10 to >0.0 pts
Average
The basics are there, but too many flaws.
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0 pts
No Marks
The essay demonstrates a lack of understanding of MLA format, OR it was done in another format altogether.
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20 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLogical High-Level Structure
Thesis and Topic Sentence Structure reflects this.
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20 to >10.0 pts
Full Marks
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10 to >0.0 pts
Average
Weakness in the thesis; corresponding weakness in the use of topic sentences.
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0 pts
No Marks
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20 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLogical Development
The use of evidence and analysis to logically support the thesis and topic sentences
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20 to >15.0 pts
Full Marks
Virtually error-free
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15 to >10.0 pts
Better than average
Logically there are gaps, but not huge ones.
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10 to >0.0 pts
Average
Generally correct, but with regular errors.
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0 pts
No Marks
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20 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAwareness of Opposition
Concession and Rebuttal Arguments
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15 to >8.0 pts
Full Marks
Use of research to define concession arguments and rebuttals.
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8 to >1.0 pts
Average to poor
Some awareness of concession, but use of common knowledge only. Weak on rebuttal.
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1 to >0 pts
No Marks
Lack of awareness of opposition
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15 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStyle
Use of language; creativity and originality of ideas.
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10 to >5.0 pts
Full Marks
Interesting, original, and compelling.
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5 to >0.0 pts
Average
Not particularly original or creative but still worth the read.
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0 pts
No Marks
Lacking in substance, original, and creativity. Not compelling.
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10 pts
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Total Points: 100
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