Rubric for a 102 Research Paper
Scoring: essays will be graded according to the following 3 criteria:
Ideas, Content,
Development
& Organization
(55 % of Grade)
Introduction is clear and complete.
A clear transition sentence leads into a complete, two-point thesis.
Ideas show originality (no clichés) and are expressed with precision.
All points of the thesis are developed with good examples and quotes.
Points are explained in a logical, accurate, and convincing manner.
Organization of paragraphs are clear, easy to follow, and logical.
Transitions and Qualifiers are used appropriately.
Research, Documentation, MLA documentation used correctly. Uses the minimum number and
& Formatting
kind of research sources. Fulfills page length requirement.
(30 % of Grade)
Formatting is used correctly for title page, text, and works cited page.
Mechanics,
Sentence Structure,
& Expression
(15 % of Grade)
Paper includes the minimum number of quotations without
exceeding the maximum allowable number.
Quotations are introduced appropriately with smooth, easy to follow,
and grammatically correct transitions.
Sentences are free of run-ons, fragments, spelling & agreement errors.
Outstanding
Good
Average
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Ideas, Content,
Development
& Organization
(55 %)
Research, Documentation,
& Formatting
(30 %)
Mechanics, SentenceStructure, & Expression
(15 %)
10 – 11 pts.
8 – 9 pts.
6 – 7 pts.
6 – 7 pts.
4 – 5 pts.
2 – 3 pts.
3 pts.
2 pts.
1 pt.
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Grading:
A =’s 19 – 21
B =’s 14 – 18
C =’s 9 – 13
D =’s
F =’s 5 or less
6–8