Running with the Dogs
Rubric: Editorial
1 - Beginning
Conventions of Product contains frequent
errors in the use of subjective,
Grammar objective, and possessive
nouns; use of intensive
pronouns (myself, others); and
correct shifts in pronoun and
person in a manner that
L.6.1a-c distracts from the meaning of
the text.
Conventions of Product contains frequent
errors in capitalization, spelling,
Capitalization, and writing that cause a
Punctuation, and significant distraction from the
meaning of the text.
Spelling
L.6.2ab
Style and Tone The writer uses a singular
sentence pattern throughout
the text. The tone and style are
distract from reader interest.
L.6.3ab
Supporting Claims The writer does not support
claims with reasons and
with Sources relevant evidence through the
use of sources.
W.6.1b
Achievement Levels
2 - Developing
Product contains frequent
errors in the use of subjective,
objective, and possessive
nouns; use of intensive
pronouns (myself, others); and
correct shifts in pronoun and
person in a manner that does
no distract from the meaning of
the text.
Product contains frequent
errors in capitalization, spelling,
or writing that only causes a
minor distraction from the
meaning of the text.
The writer rarely uses a variety
of sentence patterns through
the text. The tone and style are
not consistent throughout.
The writer supports claims with
reasons and relevant evidence
using questionable sources or
lack of understanding of the
topic or text.
3 - Target
Product demonstrate proper
use of subjective, objective and
possessive pronouns; use of
intensive pronouns (myself,
others); and correct shifts in
pronoun number and person.
Product demonstrate command
of the conventions of standard
English capitalization,
punctuation, and spelling when
writing including the proper
usage of commas, parenthesis,
and dashes as well as correct
spelling.
The writer uses a variety of
sentence patterns for meaning,
reader interest, and style. The
writer maintains consistency in
style and tone.
The writer support claim(s) with
clear reasons and relevant
evidence, using credible
sources and demonstrating an
understanding of the topic or
text.
Notes:
4 - Advanced
Product is free of common
errors regarding the usage of
subjective, objective, and
possessive nouns; use of
intensive pronouns (myself,
others); and correct shifts in
pronoun number and person.
Product is free of common
errors and all capitalization,
punctuation, and spelling
reflects the intended purpose of
the text. Commas and
parentheses are used and used
correctly in the product.
The writer uses a variety of
sentence patterns for meaning,
reader interest, and style while
avoiding template formats. The
writer’s style and tone are
consistent and strongly connect
the reader with the text.
The writer supports claim(s)
with clear reasons and relevant
evidence using multiple
credible sources and
demonstrating a clear
understanding of the topic or
text.