M2 Personal Response Paper- Rubric (20%)

Professor’s Overall Comments: Student

 Name:
 Letter
 Grade:
Excellent Good Satisfactory Minimally Not
Evaluation Criteria Acceptable Meeting
A range B range C range D range Criteria
Ideas and  The writer develops strong and logical ideas.
Analysis  The writer explores different kinds of responses and connects them closely to the
primary source prompt.
 The thesis clearly follows the pattern taught in class and demonstrates a clear response.
 The essay develops the thesis thoroughly and never loses connection to the thesis.
 Both the content and critical thinking are suitable for university level.
Structure  The writer follows a clear structure that includes:
(Deductive o a short introduction,
o a background paragraph that summarizes historical facts related to the prompt,
Pattern)
o body paragraphs,
o a short conclusion.
 Body paragraphs are appropriate in length and move from general to specific.
 The paragraphs all tie together to support a full argument (= the thesis) without any
gaps and/or repetitive ideas.
 The writer effectively uses key words to keep the focus on the thesis.
 The writer has applied the important rules highlighted in the course materials.
Academic  The writing is very strong (vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, effective use of
Expectations transition words) with very few errors, and meaning is crystal clear.
 The writer demonstrates excellent paraphrasing skills (i.e. NO plagiarism) with proper
citations.
 The writer follows academic convention and uses academic/formal tone thoroughly.
 The writer uses APA formatting & documentation accurately.
 The writer uses his/her own voice.
 The writer follows each step of the formative process of writing required for this paper:
o a worksheet & in-class writing(s),
o additional drafting and revisions with a learning coach (or TWU writing tutor)
based on professor’s feedback,
o weekly learning coach (or TWU writing tutor) support

Hong (2023)