This document outlines a grading scale for essays and papers from 0 to 5 points. It explains that length, difficulty, and preparation time will be considered for the weight of each grade. The focus is on quality writing that conveys the writer's point well rather than just rambling. The grade received will reflect the value the writer places on their work.

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Essay and Paper Grading Scale
All will be graded on a five point system
Length, difficulty, and amount of time given to prepare will be considered when
determining the weight of the grade. This will be announced upon assignment.
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The focus of all work should be on quality. Anyone can ramble about a subject, but to
succeed, one must convey his or her point in well-written work. The choice is yours and
the value you place on your work will be reflected in your grade.
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Rubric
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0 points
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1 point
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2 points
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3 points
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4 points
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5 points
No answer, chose not to do the assignment
Information is completely incorrect
Some information explained, but mostly incorrect
Shows lack of basic knowledge on topic
Information explained incompletely,
Basic understanding of topic, but lacks concept detail
All information correctly explained, indicating knowledge of fundamental
concepts, but no additional elaboration
All information correctly explained indicating knowledge in fundamental
concepts and some additional elaboration
All information correctly explained indicating knowledge in fundamental
concepts and makes all conceptual connections plus good elaboration.
Original thought by the writer---You taught the teacher