Research Project Grading Rubric
ENGL&102 – ENGLISH COMPOSITION II
Excellent
3.5-4.0
High
2.5-3.4
Average
1.5-2.4
Minimum
0.7-1.4
IDEAS (What you write)
To what extent does the writer demonstrate the ability to…
 Present a clear and focused research question that stems from a thread in
Zeitoun and explore its presence in the real world.
 Avoid a “book report” style presentation.
 Effectively use paraphrase and quotations, including stepping in and out.
 Synthesize and present research from the specified variety of sources in order
to provide support in the form of substantial facts, concrete evidence, and
different opinions and voices to respond to.
LANGUAGE (How you write it)
To what extent does the writer demonstrate the ability to...
 Use diction and syntax appropriate for the audience and subject.
 Write clear, strong, interesting sentences and avoid errors in grammar,
punctuation, usage, etc.
 Follow the conventions of the medium (MLA format).
STRUCTURE (What order it’s in)
To what extent does the writer demonstrate the ability to...
 Organize cohesive paragraphs that function within the essay’s overall plan.
 Adhere to the page requirements.
 Write clear, specific transitions that use pointing words and bridge sentences.
Points:
Decimal Grade:
Percentage:
Letter Grade:
P
Failing
Below 0.7