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3 points |
2 points |
1 point |
POINTS |
INTRODUCTION reader engagement explanation of topic |
Well-developed intro engages reader and creates interest.
Contains well-defined and thorough explanation of topic. |
Introduction creates interest but not well developed.
Contains an explanation of topic. |
Intro is generic, creating little interest.
Contains adequate explanation of topic but is vague. |
Intro is collection of random info not related to topic.
Explanation of topic is vague or unclear. |
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TOPIC argument main points supporting examples |
Argument logical and thoughtful.
Well-developed points directly relate to topic.
Supporting examples are concrete and detailed. |
Argument present, adequate.
Main points relate to topic but don’t go beyond the obvious.
Supporting examples general and/or unspecific. |
Argument present but weak.
Some main points are present but missing obvious points.
Few supporting examples given are weak or irrelevant. |
Argument not present.
Few main points, poor development of ideas.
No supporting examples given. |
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ORGANIZATION structure transitions |
Logical progression of ideas, clear structure that enhances topic.
Transitions are thoughtful and flow with essay. |
Logical progression of ideas but structure not always clear.
Transitions are present, but often weak or awkward. |
Structure is clear but at times is awkward and/or distracting.
Some weak/poor transitions are present. |
No discernible structure and/or organization.
No transitions are present. |
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STYLE AND MECHANICS sentence flow and variety language and word choice |
Writing is smooth and skillful, with strong, varied sentences.
Language is direct and concise, and words chosen are clear and suitable. |
Writing is clear and sentences often have varied structure.
Language is sometimes overly wordy, and/or words chosen are fillers or artificial. |
Writing is clear overall, but sentences lack variety.
Language is often redundant or pompous, and/or words chosen are unsuitable. |
Writing is hard to follow with fragments or run-on sentences.
Language is chaotic and words chosen are inappropriate for college-level work. |
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SPELLING AND GRAMMAR |
Spelling and grammar are correct. No errors. |
Spelling and grammar mainly correct, with few errors (1-3). |
Some errors in spelling and grammar (4-6). |
Distracting number of spelling and grammar errors. |
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LATE POINTS DEDUCTED (1 PER DAY LATE) |
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TOTAL POINTS |
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Remember that this is a 20-point assignment ... the detail and comprehensiveness of your response should reflect that additional weight.
For your project you completed research on one of the Republican presidential candidates in the 2012 primary elections. The assignment required you to complete a candidate profile, use that information to write an assessment of the candidate’s chances of success in winning the Republican nomination and submit your completed profile and assessment. The following rubric explains the points you received based on the profile and assessment you sent.
___ Profile – Personal Statistics (1 point max)
___ Profile – Media Image (1 point max)
___ Profile – Verbal Skill (1 point max)
___ Profile – Debate Performance (1 point max)
___ Profile – Issues (1 point max)
___ Profile – Experience (1 point max)
___ Profile – Finances (1 point max)
___ Profile – Polling Data (1 point max)
___ Profile – Strategy (1 point max)
___ Assessment – specific projection of candidate’s chances (3 points max)
___ Assessment – rationale for projection given (6 points max)
___ Correct spelling and grammar (2 points max)
___ Submitted by deadline OR ___ days late (Subtract 1 point per day late.)
Remember that this is a 20-point assignment ... the detail and comprehensiveness of your response should reflect that additional weight. It's also your last opportunity to show me how much you've learned in the course.
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