| Score | Total | CATEGORY | 4- Exceptional | 3 - Proficient | 2 – Basic | 1 - Unsatisfactory | 0-Not met |
| 4 | 10 | Introduction (Abstract) | The introduction is inviting, states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper. | The introduction clearly states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper, but is not particularly inviting to the reader. | The introduction states the main topic, but does not adequately preview the structure of the paper nor is it particularly inviting to the reader. | There is no clear introduction of the main topic or structure of the paper. | zero for this section | 5 |
| 4 | 20 | Organization
Paper is organized and readable; has distinct introduction, body, and conclusion
| Paper is interesting and readable. It has a distinct introduction that grabs the reader’s attention; a body that clearly addresses all main points; and a conclusion that ties paper together. Paragraphs flow together with smooth transitions. | Paper is readable and has an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. Some points could have used stronger support, and stronger transitions could have helped paper have better flow | Some details are not in a logical or expected order, and this distracts the reader. | Many details are not in a logical or expected order. Paper is disorganized, has no introduction, body, or conclusion | zero for this section | 10 |
| 4 | 20 | Support for Topic (Content) | Relevant, telling, quality details give the reader important information that goes beyond the obvious or predictable. | Supporting details and information are relevant, but one key issue or portion of the storyline is unsupported. | Supporting details and information are relevant, but several key issues or portions of the storyline are unsupported. | Supporting details and information are typically unclear or not related to the topic. | zero for this section | 20 |
| 4 | 20 | Focus on Topic (Content) | There is one clear, well-focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information. | Main idea is clear but the supporting information is general. | Main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information. | The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information. | zero for this section | 20 |
| 4 | 10 | Grammar | Writing is error-free. | Writer makes 1-2 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. | Writer makes 3-4 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. | Writer makes 5-7 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. | zero for this section. Writer had more than 7 errors | 10 |
| 4 | 20 | APA Style Format | All sources used for quotes and facts are credible and cited correctly. Essay is free of APA style and formatting issues | Essay contains infrequent APA style and formatting errors (1 or 2 errors) (sources not cited within text) | Essay contains APA style and formatting errors (3 or 4 errors) sources not cited within text) | APA style and formatting guidelines not used. (5 or more errors) (level 3 not followed) (not double spaced) | zero for this section | 20 |
| | 100 |
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