Writing Rubric

Persuasive Writing

 Shows competent enough command of mechanics of the language
to craft a coherent and compelling argument.

1.  The form and style of the writing is appropriate to the task at hand.

Needs work		Competent		Excellent		Does not apply or no way to tell
1	2	3	4	5

2.  Student employs a variety of arguments.

Needs work		Competent		Excellent		Does not apply or no way to tell
1	2	3	4	5

3. The various sections link together to inform and/or persuade the target audience.

Needs work		Competent		Excellent		Does not apply or no way to tell
1	2	3	4	5

4.  Student demonstrates competence in grammar, punctuation and word choice.

Needs work		Competent		Excellent		Does not apply or no way to tell
1	2	3	4	5

5.  The readability level of the writing is appropriate to the task and intended audience.

Needs work		Competent		Excellent		Does not apply or no way to tell
1	2	3	4	5

6.  Student demonstrates careful attention to the editing of the paper (typos, spelling, format, and so forth)

Needs work		Competent		Excellent		Does not apply or no way to tell
1	2	3	4	5

  7. Student demonstrates the ability to use information and appropriately identify sources.

Needs work		Competent		Excellent		Does not apply or no way to tell
1	2	3	4	5