English II Pre-AP Watson 2014

Name:______Period: ______

Banned Book Project Rubric

Presentation – 100 points (major grade)

You will be graded on the quality of your research, speaking skills, and presentation of ideas.

RESEARCH – 40 points

Category / Proficient – 10 / Adequate – 8 / Developing – 6
evidence / all evidence clearly and strongly supports thesis / some evidence clearly and strongly supports thesis / evidence does not clearly and strongly support thesis
reliability of sources / all sources are clearly reliable, valid, and accurate / the reliability, validity, and accuracy of some sources may be questionable / sources are questionable and not clearly reliable, valid, and accurate
dialectical journals / 2 controversial quotes and 2 literary merit quotes with insightful commentary and analysis; thematic statements are insightful and accurate / 2 controversial quotes and 2 literary merit quotes with commentary; thematic statements are accurate; may include some plot summary / may not include 2 quotes for controversy/literary merit; commentary is mainly plot summary; may have errors in thematic statements
Works Cited (MLA format) / all sources are documented; correct MLA formatting for Works Cited page; free from errors / some sources may not be documented; formatting for Works Cited page has some errors / sources not documented; formatting for Works Cited page has multiple errors

SPEAKING – 20 points

Category / Proficient – 4 / Adequate – 3 / Developing – 2
argument and thesis / coherent and convincingargument for/against book; clear thesis / presents position but may not convincingly argue for that position; clear thesis / unclear and confusing argument and/or thesis; may not choose a position
evidence / logical progression of valid evidence; summary, paraphrasing, and direct quotes used effectively / presents valid evidence, but evidence may not be used effectively / progression of evidence is confusing; summary, paraphrasing, and direct quotes not used or used ineffectively
eye contact and gestures / consistent eye contact; uses purposeful gestures and movement to direct audience’s attention specific points / inconsistent eye contact; uses some gestures and movement / little or no eye contact; uses little or no gestures or movement
speaking rate, volume and enunciation / easy to hear and understand; uses techniques such as pauses and increased volume for effect / easy to hear and understand / difficult to hear and understand
language / follows conventions of language to communicate ideas effectively / some errors in conventions of language, but ideas are communicated / errors in conventions of language hinder communication

PRESENTATION OF IDEAS – 40 points

Category / Proficient – 10 / Adequate – 8 / Developing – 6
analysis / provides analysis for audience that reflects a logical progression of ideas and a clearly stated point of view / provides some analysis for audience / provides little or no analysis for audience
media / interesting graphics, illustrations, and/or sound help explain concepts where appropriate / graphics, illustrations, and/or sound used / little or no graphics, illustrations, and/or sound used
method / uses presentation method most appropriate for the information presented / uses presentation method appropriate for information presented / presentation method not appropriate for information being presented
time and effort / clear evidence of preparation and effort; presentation proceeds smoothly / evidence of preparation and effort; presentation proceeds without much interruption / little or no evidence of preparation and effort; presentation is choppy and awkward
interest / interesting and creative; audience’s attention is kept during entire presentation / attempts to be interesting and creative, although audience’s attention may wander / no attempt is made to be interesting and creative; audience is clearly bored

Writing – 100 points (major grade)

In-Class Essay: Persuasive – 100 points

You will be graded using the STAAR/EOC expository rubric in this packet. Remember to:

  1. have a clear thesis or position based on logical reasons supported by precise and relevant evidence
  2. consider the whole range of information and views; present an accurate and honest representation of these views
  3. use concessions and counter-arguments based on evidence to anticipate and address objections
  4. use effective organization
  5. analyze the relative value of specific data, facts, and ideas
  6. use a range of appropriate appeals and strategies
  7. avoid plot summary

Persuasive Rubric – Total 100 points

Score Point 1
LIMITED
70 points / Score Point 2
BASIC
80 points / Score Point 3
SATISFACTORY
90 points / Score Point 4
ACCOMPLISHED
100 points
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N / Structure – inappropriate or not evident at all
Thesis – missing, unclear, or illogical position
Fails to maintain focus- difficult to follow
Extraneous information – repetitive major disruption
Shift or progression from idea to idea is weak; illogical / Structure - evident but not always appropriate or clear
Thesis – weak or somewhat unclear position
Inclusion of irrelevant information interferes with focus/coherence
Shift or progression not always logical and controlled; repetition or wordiness disrupts flow / Structure – appropriate, clear, and adequate for purpose
Thesis – clear position; most ideas related and focused
Mostly unified – occasional lapses in focus
Shift and progression – logical and controlled; transitions mostly meaningful / Structure – clearly appropriate and responsive for purpose
Thesis – clear position; ideas are strongly related and focused
Strongly unified and coherent
Shift/progression – logical and well controlled; transitions meaningful; easy to follow
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Of Ideas / Development of ideas are weak
Argument is ineffective and unconvincing: Details / examples – inappropriate, vague, or insufficient
Vague/confused
Shows a lack of understanding of prompt / Development of ideas is minimal and superficial
Argument largely unconvincing: Details/examples – not always appropriate, too brief, or only partially presented
Shows little or no thoughtfulness – more formulaic
Limited understanding of prompt / Development of ideas is sufficient
Argument largely convincing: Details/examples – specific and appropriate
Reflects thoughtfulness – more original than formulaic
Shows good understanding of prompt / Development of ideas highly effective
Argument is forceful: details/examples – specific and well-chosen
Essay is thoughtful and engaging
Recognizes issue’s complexity; considers alternate points of view; thorough understanding of persuasive task
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E / Word Choice – vague or limited
No tone established
Simplistic, awkward, or uncontrolled sentences
Little or no command of spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and usage conventions
Serious/persistent errors which interfere with meaning / Word Choice – general, imprecise, or basic
Little tone established
Sentences are awkward or only somewhat controlled
Partial command of spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and usage conventions
Errors create a minor disruption in meaning / Word Choice – mostly clear and specific
Tone is appropriate to purpose
Sentences are mostly varied and adequately controlled
Adequate command of spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and usage conventions
Errors create few, if any, disruptions in meaning / Word Choice – purposeful and precise
Tone is appropriate and strongly contributes to the quality and clarity
Sentences are purposeful, varied, and well controlled
Consistent command of spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and usage conventions
Errors are minor and do not disrupt strength of essay