12th grade ELA

paraphrases are elegantly and correctly contextualized and integrated ● Provides insightful and in-depth analysis of the evidence ● Nearly perfect citations Full Marks ● Effectively uses transitions between paragraphs and within paragraphs ● Flowing, varied sentence structures ● Articulate use of language 4.0 pts

contextualizes quotes and/or paraphrases ● In-depth analysis of evidence ● Most citations are correct

presented ● Superficial analysis of evidence ● Some citations are correct

Words, Phrases and Syntax ​ : I can use words, phrases, clauses, and varied syntax to link the major sections of my text in order to create a cohesive, unified text.

3.0 pts

2.0 pts

1.0 pts

0.0 pts

4.0 pts

Proficient ● Effectively uses transitions between paragraphs ● Some varied sentence structure ● Clear and engaging language ● Subject-specific vocabulary

Minimally Proficient ● Ineffective use of transitions ● May use basic or simple sentence structure throughout. ● May contain overly wordy syntax. ● Clear language

Below Proficient ● Many miscellaneous usage/ mechanics errors

No Marks

● Robust and subject-specific vocabulary

Uses Standard citation and reference format ​ : MLA or APA formatting is complete and correct, including in-text citation and Works Cited/ Reference page.

4.0 pts

3.0 pts

2.0 pts

1.0 pts

0.0 pts

4.0 pts

Highly Proficient Yes, MLA or APA in-text citation and Works Cited/

Proficient Almost, MLA or APA in-text citation or Works Cited/ Reference page have only small errors.

Minimally Proficient Attempted, MLA or APA in-text citation and Works Cited/ Reference page have obvious errors in formatting.

Minimally Proficient No, the paper does not use MLA or APA formatting, including in-text citations and a Works Cited/ Reference page.

No Marks

Reference page are correctly formatted.

Capitalization, punctuation and spelling ​ : I can demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

4.0 pts

3.0 pts

2.0 pts

1.0 pts

0.0 pts

4.0 pts

Highly Proficient Almost no miscellaneous usage/mechanics errors

Proficient Few miscellaneous usage/mechanics errors

Minimally Proficient Several miscellaneous usage/mechanics errors

Below Proficient Many miscellaneous usage/ mechanics errors

No Marks

Total points: 28.0