English 10 Final Paper Grading Rubric
From UCSB English Department Knowledge Base
English 10: Literature and the Viral
Summer B 2007
Final Paper Grading Rubric
The final paper in English 10 will be evaluated along two axes: that of the subject matter and that of the quality of writing. The subject matter is defined as the thesis and support. The quality of writing includes organization, style, formatting, etc.
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[edit] A- to A (Superior)
An “A” level paper contains a thought-provoking thesis which is carefully supported using details from the text and outside research. This paper exhibits thinking that extends beyond class discussion and shows awareness of the wider context of the writer’s argument. Additionally, an “A” level paper is well-written. It is well-organized on both the paragraph and global levels and exhibits an attention to stylistic details such as title, tone, grammar/mechanics, word choice, etc. Finally, an “A” level paper is properly formatted according to MLA guidelines. If completing the web project, the internet component should be more than simply posting your paper online. You should use the medium of the Internet to help extend the concepts you’ve developed in your paper. Web projects should include multiple pages, multimedia components (pictures, music, etc.) and links, both internal and external.
[edit] B- to B+ (Above Average)
A “B” level paper attempts to engage with ideas that do not merely mimic class discussion. The argument is supported using textual details and outside research (if required). Additionally, a B level paper is well-written, according to the criteria outlined above. If completing a web project, the web component either extends the argument or enhances the credibility of the paper.
[edit] C- to C+ (Average)
A “C” level paper exhibits minor problems either in the subject matter or the quality of writing. For web projects, a C level project puts the paper online without utilizing the uniqueness of the web medium to extend the argument or enhance the writer’s credibility.
[edit] D- to D+ (Below Average)
A “D” level paper has a) substantial problems with the subject matter or writing OR b) problems in both the subject matter and quality of writing. For web projects, the web component is poorly organized, confusing, or detracts from the argument.
[edit] F
Let’s just not go there.
