Reflective Essay Rubric

Name ______

College/Reflective Essay Rubric

Unsatisfactory
1
(5) / Needs Improvement
2
(10) / Good
3
(17) / Excellent
4
(25)
Content / Does not address the prompt in a manner understood by the audience / Attempts to address the prompt, but does not stay on topic, nor use examples or ample reflection for support / Addresses the prompt, using some examples and reflection for support, but lacks meaning and/or insight. / Clearly and thoughtfully addresses the prompt, using examples and reflection for support that provide insight to the writer
Organization and Transitions / Essay lacks organization and transitions. Reader has difficulty explaining thoughts or examples. / There seems to be an attempt at an organizational pattern, yet it has many issues and lacks clarity. Transitions are rarely used. / Organization is attempted, but topics are not logically placed. Transitions are used, but could be used more effectively. / Organization is clear and easily understood. Transitions are employed seamlessly throughout.
Sentence Fluency and Word Choice / Contains frequent grammar errors. Sentences are choppy, awkward, and hard to follow. Vocabulary is limited and words are used incorrectly. / Some errors in grammar and word choice. Sentences may be incomplete or rambling. / Generally applies standard English usage and appropriate word choices. Sentences are grammatical, but sometimes stiff or choppy. / The writing flows and shows a high level of sophistication. Elevated language (vocab) is used to convey meaning and description. Syntax and diction is deliberately used to accomplish purpose and set tone.
Mechanics / Frequent spelling, punctuation, and typographical errors. No evidence of proofreading. / Some distracting errors. Needs more thorough proofreading. / Contains occasional spelling, punctuation, and typographical errors, but the errors are not overly distracting. / Proofreading is thorough. Correct spelling and punctuation throughout.

Comments:

Rough Draft: ______/25

Essay: ______/ 100

Essay prompt: ______

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I need help (circle all that apply):

using better vocabulary organizing my ideas/examples cutting down the word count

adding more information/ideas to meet the word count adding description/meat answering the prompt

The paragraphs I want you to pay close attention to: ______

The paragraphs I’m feeling pretty good about: ______

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REVISER:

Does the writer set a scene or use a personal anecdote in the opening paragraph: yes no

If no, what do you know about the writer or topic that would help them engage the reader? Write ideas here:

Does the writer explicitly restate the prompt? (Ex: A place where I feel most comfortable is… or A time where I learned about myself… something cliché): yes no

If yes, edit the paragraph so they DO NOT do this.

The best written paragraph is #______because ______

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The weakest paragraph is #______because ______

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The model essay that this writer should use as a mode is ______.

I think the writer really needs to work on: ______

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