Midterm Essay

Midterm and Final Essay Grading Rubric

Student:

Criteria

Points Possible

Points Earned

Instructor’s Comments

Analysis: A sufficient number of criminal justice administration concepts are used to analyze the situation discussed in the paper.

25

References: A variety of pertinent and timely references were sought and obtained in preparing the paper.

20

Organization: The main points are stated clearly and arranged in a logical sequence.

20

Coherence: The development of ideas, arguments and discussion shows consistency and logical connection.

20

Clarity: The ideas, arguments and discussion shows consistency and logical connection.

20

Conciseness: The language is direct and to the point, using sufficient space to say exactly what is intended and be readily understood by the reader.

15

Grammar: The essay is written in standard American English, with proper sentence structure, syntax, punctuation and spelling. All papers should use the following format: Times New Roman, 12-point font, 1” margins from left to right and top to bottom, and double spaced. (Including APA issues.)

15

Drafting: The writing shows evidence of being drafted and revised before submission of the final copy.

15

Total

150