Rhetoric Rubric and Self-Assessment
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Date : ___________________ Title of Work: ___________________
 
Criteria
Points
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Learner writes an introduction that includes a hook, introduces the subject, provides background information and transitions into an approved thesis.
Learner writes an introduction, but it is missing two or more of the criteria.
Learner writes an introduction but it is missing one of the criteria. It may lack organization, clarity, or an approved thesis.
Learner writes an introduction that includes a hook, introduces the subject, provides background information and transitions into an approved thesis.
Learner writes an effective and engaging introduction that includes a hook, introduces the subject, provides background information and transitions into an approved thesis.
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Learner uses proper paragraph structure, including strong topic sentences, transitions, varying supports, and analysis of the supports.
Learner does not use proper paragraph structure. Paragraphs are disorganized and lack supports and/or analysis.
Learner mostly uses proper paragraph structure, but one or more paragraphs is missing key criteria such as strong topic sentences, transitions, varying supports, and analysis of the supports.
Learner uses proper paragraph structure, including strong topic sentences, transitions, varying supports, and analysis of the supports.
Learner not only uses proper paragraph structure, including strong topic sentences, transitions, varying supports, and analysis of the supports, but paragraphs are exemplary.
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Learner varies sentence structure, uses good grammar and mechanics, and employs strong word choice.
Learner does not vary sentence structure. Most sentences are simple or compound. In addition, grammar, mechanics, and word choice impede understanding.
Learner demonstrates understanding of utilizing varied sentence structure, but he or she needs work on improving all criteria.
Learner varies sentence structure, uses good grammar and mechanics, and employs strong word choice.
Learner varies sentence structure effectively, demonstrating mastery of grammar and mechanics and employs strong and engaging word choice.
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Learner uses MLA format correctly, including title, name and numbering, font, spacing, margins, internal citations and works cited. There are few mistakes.
Learner may demonstrate some understanding of MLA, but there are serious mistakes throughout the essay.
Learner demonstrates understanding of MLA format and stated criteria, but there are several mistakes throughout the essay.
Learner uses MLA format correctly, including title, name and numbering, font, spacing, margins, internal citations and works cited. There are few mistakes.
Learner demonstrates mastery of MLA format. There are virtually no mistakes in the essay.
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Learner writes a conclusion that stresses the importance of the thesis statement, gives the essay a sense of completeness, and leaves a final impression on the reader.
Learner writes a limited conclusion that does not meet the stated criteria.
Learner writes a conclusion, but it is missing some of the criteria.
Learner writes a conclusion that stresses the importance of the thesis statement, gives the essay a sense of completeness, and leaves a final impression on the reader.
Learner writes an outstanding conclusion utilizing creativity and insight that stresses the importance of the thesis statement, gives the essay a sense of completeness, and leaves a final impression on the reader.
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