Central idea clear and delivered in an organized text. Shows unity and organization. Data gathered from merited research and cited in an appropriate format. Position is based on research cited 4 Good 3 Average 2 Fair 1 Poor. Outstanding Writer purposefully shapes and controls language to affect reader.
Writing shows vividness with selected vocabulary, selected information, and sentence variety.
Format as outlined in syllabus is followed. Average 2 Fair 1 Poor. Completeness, standard word order, expansion through standard coordination and modifiers are utilized. Average 2 Fair 1 Poor. Written language is acceptable and effective for standard discourse.