Essay Grading Rubric Essay Grading Rubric Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is

Essay Grading Rubric

Essay Grading Rubric

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAddresses Posed Questions

5 pts

Full Marks

All elements of the assignment and posed questions addressed thoroughly and comprehensively.

3 pts

Above Average

Most elements of the assignment and posed questions addressed thoroughly and comprehensively.

2 pts

Average

All elements of the assignment and questions addressed, but only one or two addressed comprehensively.

1 pts

Below Average

Elements of the Assignment or questions not addressed or minimally addressed.

0 pts

No Marks

Not submitted or accepted

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis and Content

11 pts

Full Marks

Rich in content and details with full development of thought; displays excellent understanding of topic. Uses relevant information in analysis with original ideas. Factually correct, reflective, and substantive contribution.

6.6 pts

Above Average

Content is substantial yet lacks detail and depth OR full development of concept/thought. Provides a moderate amount of insight, understanding, and reflective thought; provides original ideas.

4.4 pts

Average

Incompletely explains ideas or does not effectively use supporting evidence; information is inappropriate for intended audience. Repeats ideas or does not provide original ideas. Provides

2.2 pts

Below Average

Content is off-topic or irrelevant; presents information in a style which is inappropriate. Provides little to no understanding or reflective thought; does not provide any original ideas.

0 pts

No Marks

Not accepted or submitted

11 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization

3 pts

Full Marks

Well organized essay with a strong introduction, thesis statement, body, and conclusion. Transitions are clear and easy to follow. Uses a consistent organizational structure that groups related information.

1.8 pts

Above Average

Includes introduction, thesis statement, body, and conclusion. Transitions are present. Uses some organizational structure; information easy to follow.

1.2 pts

Average

Loose organization with or reflective thought. introduction and body, but weak or missing thesis and/or conclusion. Uses a loosely defined organizational structure; weak transitions.

0.6 pts

Below Average

Fails to follow essay organization guidelines. No clear introduction, thesis statement, body, or conclusion. No consistent organizational structure or transitions.

0 pts

No Marks

Not accepted or submitted

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences and Support

3 pts

Full Marks

Uses course material, personal/ professional experiences, and other relevant information to support essay.

1.8 pts

Above Average

Incorporates some references to course material and other supporting elements.

1.2 pts

Above Average

Incorporates personal/professional experience but no references to course or other relevant material.

0.6 pts

Below Average

Includes little to no references or supporting experience/evidence.

0 pts

No Marks

Not submitted or accepted.

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity and Writing Mechanics

3 pts

Full Marks

Excellent writing mechanics. Explains all ideas clearly and concisely with no errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. Adheres to all APA guidelines, format, and requirements.

1.8 pts

Above Average

Satisfactory writing mechanics with only minor errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. Closely follows APA guidelines and format with only minor errors.

1.2 pts

Average

Some errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation and spelling which distract or impair readability. Some errors in APA citations or paper format.

0.6 pts

Below Average

Fails to explain ideas clearly; numerous errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling which distract the reader and impair readability. Does not follow APA guidelines or format.

0 pts

No Marks

Not accepted or submitted

3 pts

Total Points: 25

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