BIol

Writing Quiz #1 Grading Rubric 30 Points

Biology 101, s14 & s15 Fall 2018

Unacceptable Flawed Adequate Excellent

Problem Summary Summarize the problem. Your summary must include a discussion of at least two major sources of plastics in the ocean. 8 pts

Summary of problem is missing too many elements to be adequate. (0)

Size of problem & the sources of plastic are discussed, but effects of plastic in the ocean are missing. (5)

Summary of problem is complete, but inadequate discussion of sources. (6.5)

Summary of problem is complete: sources of plastic, their effects, amount of plastic in the ocean, etc. (8)

Compelling Arguments Present what you think are the 2-3 most compelling arguments for changing our behavior to address this problem. 8 pts

Discussion of arguments for changing our behavior is missing. (0)

Missing at least one supporting argument. (5)

Appropriate arguments are described, but are presented in an illogical or unclear manner. (6.5)

Logical presentation of 2- 3 arguments that support changing our behavior. (8)

Action Step Suggest at least one simple step that you & other college students could do to help. 4 pts

Description of action step missing. (0)

Proposed step is unlikely to address problem. (2)

Step cannot be taken by individuals. (3)

Step described can be taken on a daily basis by individuals & will have an effect on the problem. (4)

Writing Does the writing style meet the requirements of a General Education course? 8 pts

Excessive misspelling, incorrect grammar, or misuse of language make it difficult or impossible to evaluate. (0)

Occasional lack of clarity in writing. Uses direct quotes instead of paraphrasing. (5)

Writing style is clear and concise, but may include some minor errors in grammar or language usage. (6.5)

Writing style is clear, concise, and flows well. (8)

Note Card Does the note card follow the instructions? Are citations for additional resources included? (No deduction if didn’t use note card) 2 pts

Used note card, but not submitted, or note card contains draft paragraph. (0)

Note card is missing citations for additional resources. (0.5)

Note card uses quotes or other complete sections of the paragraph. (1)

Note card is formatted as notes rather than complete sentences or quotes. If additional resources are used, they are cited. No note card was used. (2)

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Grade: F D- D D+ C- C C+ B- B B+ A- A A+ Point Range: ≤17 ≥17.5 ≥18.5 ≥19.5 ≥20.5 ≥21.5 ≥22.5 ≥23.5 ≥24.5 ≥25.5 ≥26.5 ≥27.5 ≥29