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Writing
Written Expression
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Addresses the prompt and
provides effective and comprehensive development of the claim or topic
that is consistently appropriate to the task by using clear and convincing reasoning supported by
relevant textual evidence;
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Demonstrates
purposeful coherence, clarity, and cohesion,
making it
easy to follow the writer’s progression of ideas;
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Establishes and maintains an
effective style
, attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline
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Writing
Knowledge of Language and Conventions
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The student response to the prompt demonstrates
full command of the conventions of standard English at an appropriate level of complexity.
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There may be a
few minor errors
in
mechanics, grammar
, and usage, but meaning is clear.
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Content and Development/Organization/Language Use, Voice and Style
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Develops ideas by adeptly
integrating specific details and/or citing credible, source-based evidence to support the thesis/controlling idea.
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Uses a variety of elaborative techniques.
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Demonstrates a
cohesive and unified structure
that
clarifies relationships among ideas and concepts.
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Contains an engaging introduction and an insightful conclusion.
Uses effective and skillful paragraphing and transitional strategies throughout.
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Demonstrates a very
effective style
and tone,
precise control of language, domain-specific word choice,
and an exceptional awareness of audience.
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Uses well-structured and varied sentences.
Mechanics and Conventions
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Contains
few or no errors
in
grammar, mechanics,
punctuation, and spelling.
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