1. Levels of Performance
Criteria | Dimensions
Beginning to develop
Progressing toward
the standard
Meets the standard Exceeds the standard
Application 30%
Connections between
stance/argument & evidence
Lack of connection
between stance on
issue & evidence
Developing
connections between
argument & evidence
Clear connections
between argument &
evidence
Highly persuasive connections
between argument & evidence
Predicts & draws conclusions from
evidence
Under-developed
ability to predict
conclusions
Developing ability to
synthesize & draw
conclusions
Developed ability to
synthesize & draw
conclusions
Highly skilled at synthesizing &
predicts creatively
Processing Skills 30% Category for criteria (optional)
Consideration of argument
Considers only one
position
Developing an
understanding of
multiple viewpoints
Illustrates the issue
from various
viewpoints
Considers multiple sides &
logically defends position
Evaluation of sources
Sources lacking
authority and currency
Includes some credible
sources, but relies
heavily on the internet
Includes current and
authoritative sources
Uses only reliable sources
after establishing their
authority and currency
Organization of content
Essay is lacking an
organizational
structure
Under developed
organization hinders
persuasiveness
Well developed
organization promotes
the argument
Highly developed and logical
organization solidifies the
argument
Instructions 10%
Variety & number of sources
Used only a minimum
of internet sources
Used some credible
sources from multiple
media
Used credible sources
in a variety of media
Proved & used highly credible
sources from all media
Formatting of content
Instructions were not
followed; improper
APA
Formatting confuses
reader; APA errors
Proper, professional
formatting; proper APA
Reflection 20%
Ability to assess personal
performance
Under-developed
ability to assess
Developing ability to
assess & recommend
improvements
Developed ability to
assess & recommend
improvements
Objectively assesses &
incorporates various
recommendations