Limited support or support ineffective. Limited insight, thinking, no narrative elements Limited clarity, correctness. Communication is not effective, does not achieve purpose
Some clarity, some correctness but needs improvement Writing achieves some of its purpose but needs improvement Attempts use of analogy or other devices with some success Makes only 1 error covered in grammar unit Mostly effective use of writing process
Application Uses analogy. Uses simile or metaphor Applies grammar lessons avoids run-on, fragments, comma splices and incorrect punctuation Use of writing process
Does not use analogy or other devices or attempts to with limited success Makes errors covered in grammar unit Ineffective use of writing process
Uses analogy, simile and metaphor effectively. Makes only 1 grammar error covered in unit. Effective use of writing process
Excellent use of analogy, metaphor and simile more than one use of these. Makes no grammar errors related to grammar unit Thorough use of writing process.
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Oxford University Press (Canada) 2002. Permission to reproduce for classroom use restricted to schools purchasing Echoes 12 Anthology.