Writing Student's writing style is powerful and free of mechanical errors meets required standards. Student's writing style is confident, organized and free of mechanical errors meets standards. Student's writing style is organized and clear generally free of errors. Student's writing style is somewhat unclear and not well organized. There are mechanical errors and failure to meet requirements.
Comments reflect understanding and are interesting.
She responds voluntarily and makes connections easily. Student generally pays attention, responds voluntarily, but may not make all connections. Ideas are interesting. Student asks for clarification, volunteers infrequently and needs to be called on. Student gives uninvited comments, misunderstands frequently and talks at inappropriate times.