Scoring Rubric for the Of Mice and Men Essay
Content
( % of total points possible)
1.
Possible
Points
Points
Earned
Comments
Introduction ( 25% of content points)
THESIS – Clear and concise position stated which brings focus to the paper.
Preview of Essay
Catch included
Others as may be required by instructor
25
2. Argument/Evidence ( 15% of content points)
13-15 Pts. Demonstrates understanding of the complexity of the topic. Effectively
analyzes, interprets, and makes inferences. Supports thesis with substantial
relevant outside information and interprets the information correctly. May contain
insignificant errors that do not hinder argument or organization.
8-12 Pts. Clearly explains the differences or similarities of the
issue; some imbalance is acceptable. Uses some details to support
interpretation. Includes some outside information with little or
superficial interpretation. May contain minor errors that do not
interfere with comprehension.
4-7 Pts. Describes differences or similarities in a general or
simplistic manner; may cover only part of the topic. Interprets
outside information incorrectly, simply mentions facts without
interpretation. Contains little outside information or contains
information that is irrelevant or inaccurate. May contain major
factual errors.
0-3 Pts. Shows inadequate or inaccurate understanding of the
question. Contains inappropriate or no outside information. Includes numerous
factual errors, both major and minor.
15
Others as may be required by instructor
3. Conclusion ( 20% of content points)
Supporting points summarized. (In different words)
Thesis explicitly supported and restated. (In different words)
Reader left with a relevant comment to ponder, i.e., a Chew. (Demonstrates
the importance of idea in a broader context)
Others as may be required by instructor
20
Format/Mechanics/Style
( % of total points possible)
1. Format ( 5% of usage Pts)
Title/Date/Name
Appropriate in-text citation and works cited page (MLA STYLE)
Ideas used original and in the student’s own words.
Others as may be required by instructor
5
2. Organization ( 25% of content points)
Content arranged in a logical order of which it was stated in or around the thesis.
Clear beginning, middle, and end.
Clear topic sentences with each paragraph containing one
main idea.
Linkage within the paper –transitional sentences
Others as may be required by instructor
3.
25
Mechanics/Style/Usage (10% of usage Pts)
Mechanics
Correct punctuation
Complete sentences (no run-ons, fragments, etc)
Style
Flow
Word Choice (Appropriate vocabulary according to course content)
Transitions used to connect ideas and paragraphs
Usage
Parts of speech used correctly.
Correct spelling
Others as may be required by instructor
Total Points
10
100
Grade:
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