Some understanding of the practical aspects of assessment is present. Clear understanding of the practical aspects of assessment is revealed. Writer overrelies on unsubstantiated statements. References are not cited to support assertions. Adequate evidence is given to support assertions.
Reader can rely on the accuracy of references when seeking out additional material.
Logic of arguments not made clear through writing. Writing is not strong enough to make train of thought easily understood, but reader can figure out what writer probably intends. Paper is well written, logical, organized. Reader can follow line of reasoning. Enough mechanical errors are present to be distracting to the reader.