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Format
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Format of letter is wrong on several accounts.
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Two to three of the mastery level items are missing or inaccurate.
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One to two of the mastery level items is missing or inaccurate.
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Letter is properly formatted with correct font style and size, spacing at the top and between sections. Additionally all the information of the addressee, salutation, and closing is correct.
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Content of letter
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Several of the mastery level qualifications are not met.
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Two to three of the mastery level qualifications are not met.
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One to two of the mastery level qualifications are not met.
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Letter is well-written in that it clearly demonstrates all the necessary points of a cover letter: 1st paragraph states position and newspaper or source. 2nd paragraph states skills and qualifications to meet the job. 3rd paragraph has a follow up or action statement appropriate for the job.
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Relevance
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Skills and qualifications discussed were not relevant for the job indicated in first paragraph. Or skills may be missing altogether.
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Skills and qualifications discussed were somewhat relevant and appropriate for the job indicated in first paragraph, may be vague.
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Skills and qualifications discussed were relevant and appropriate for the job indicated in first paragraph
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Student showed a clear interest in the topic by discussing real and relevant skills and qualifications for the job chosen. Student may have gained information from outside sources or prior knowledge.
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Spelling / Grammar
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Document contains five or more errors.
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Document may contain three - four errors
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Document may contain
one - two errors.
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Entire document is clear and free of any spelling or grammatical errors.
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Resume
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Resume is vague and simple. No indication that it was customized to this job.
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Resume seems appropriate for the job, may be vague or may not include all the information necessary.
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Skills listed are relevant to the job. All information on resume is appropriate for the job intended.
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Skills and qualifications
given are appropriate and relevant to the job. No spelling/grammar
errors. Resume is thorough and complete and appears
customized for this job.
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