Summary Response Essay Grading Rubric
Summary Response Essay Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction
An introduction to the core text and the narrowed idea you will be discussing in your response.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary
A focused summary of the text between 150 and 200 words including main idea and supporting points.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThesis
A clear and debatable thesis statement outlining the writer’s response to an idea in the text.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent and Organization
Body of the essay has clear topic sentences and supports the thesis statements using a variety of evidence.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEffective Use of Sources
Writer draws effectively from the core text(s) direct quotations and/or paraphrases, uses attributive tags, and explains the meaning and significance of the evidence.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRevision
Effective revision choices including consideration of peer and instructor feedback.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Conventions and Exceptions
Mostly follows the conventions of standard written English. Has been effectively revised from the original rough draft. Final draft is at least 850 words in length (about three double spaced pages).
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormatting and Documentation
Follows the guidelines for APA/MLA formatting and documentation. This includes formatting for the paper, in-text citations and a bibliography.
10 pts
Total Points: 100
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