Rubric – AP Seminar Grade 11 Artificial Intelligence Argumentative Essay

Criteria 5 Points 4 Points 3 Points 2 Points 1 Point
Clarity and Focus The line of reasoning is clear and focused throughout the essay. Each paragraph has a clear topic sentence that ties back to the central claim, and every sentence within the paragraph supports this topic sentence. The line of reasoning is mostly clear and focused. Most paragraphs have a clear topic sentence, and most sentences support the topic sentence. The line of reasoning is somewhat clear but may have minor lapses in focus. Some paragraphs have clear topic sentences, but not all sentences support the topic sentence. The line of reasoning is unclear or unfocused in several parts of the essay. Few paragraphs have clear topic sentences, and many sentences do not support the topic sentence. The line of reasoning is unclear and unfocused throughout the essay. Paragraphs lack clear topic sentences, and sentences do not support the topic sentence.
Logical Organization The argument is organized in a logical order that builds on previous points and advances the overall argument. The sequence of ideas flows smoothly. The argument is mostly organized logically, with minor lapses in the sequence of ideas. The flow is generally smooth. The argument has some logical organization, but there are noticeable lapses in the sequence of ideas. The flow is somewhat choppy. The argument is poorly organized, with several lapses in the sequence of ideas. The flow is often choppy. The argument lacks logical organization. The sequence of ideas is confusing, and the flow is very choppy.
Relevance of Evidence The essay includes relevant, credible, and sufficient evidence to support each claim made. The evidence is seamlessly integrated into the argument. The essay includes mostly relevant and credible evidence, with minor lapses. The evidence is generally well-integrated. The essay includes some relevant and credible evidence, but there are noticeable gaps. The evidence is somewhat integrated. The essay includes little relevant and credible evidence. The evidence is poorly integrated. The essay includes no relevant and credible evidence. The evidence is not integrated.
Explanation and Analysis Each piece of evidence is followed by a thorough explanation and analysis that demonstrates how it supports the claim. The reasoning is explicitly stated. Most pieces of evidence are followed by explanation and analysis, with minor lapses. The reasoning is mostly clear. Some pieces of evidence are followed by explanation and analysis, but there are noticeable gaps. The reasoning is somewhat clear. Few pieces of evidence are followed by explanation and analysis. The reasoning is unclear. No pieces of evidence are followed by explanation and analysis. The reasoning is not stated.
Counterargument and Rebuttal Acknowledges potential counterarguments and refutes them effectively, strengthening the original argument and demonstrating understanding of multiple perspectives. Acknowledges counterarguments and attempts to refute them, with minor lapses in effectiveness or understanding. Acknowledges counterarguments but does not effectively refute them. Shows some understanding of multiple perspectives. Mentions counterarguments but does not refute them. Shows little understanding of multiple perspectives. Does not acknowledge counterarguments. Shows no understanding of multiple perspectives.
Cohesion and Coherence The essay maintains coherence with transitional words and phrases that guide the reader. Consistent use of language and structure makes the argument easy to follow. The essay mostly maintains coherence, with minor lapses. Transitional words and phrases are generally used effectively. The essay has some coherence, but there are noticeable lapses. Transitional words and phrases are somewhat used. The essay lacks coherence, with several lapses. Transitional words and phrases are poorly used. The essay lacks coherence throughout. Transitional words and phrases are not used.
Depth and Complexity The reasoning shows depth by addressing complexities and nuances of the topic, exploring deeper implications and connections. The reasoning shows some depth, addressing complexities and nuances with minor lapses. The reasoning shows limited depth, addressing some complexities and nuances. The reasoning shows little depth, addressing few complexities and nuances. The reasoning shows no depth, addressing no complexities or nuances.
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