| Criteria | Excellent (9-10 points) | Average (8-9 points) | Fair (6-7 points) | Poor (0-5 points) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eugenics Background | Thoroughly defines eugenics and provides a detailed explanation of its historical context. | Defines eugenics and explains its historical context with some depth. | Defines eugenics but lacks depth in explaining its historical context. | Definition of eugenics is unclear or inaccurate. |
| Potential Benefits | Provides a comprehensive analysis of the practical and positive implications of the chosen aspect of eugenics, supported by evidence. | Discusses the potential benefits of the chosen aspect of eugenics with some evidence. | Touches on the potential benefits but lacks depth or evidence. | Does not address potential benefits or provides inaccurate information. |
| Ethical Concerns | Thoroughly explores the negative applications and ethical concerns related to the chosen aspect of eugenics, considering various ethical dilemmas and implications. | Discusses ethical concerns and potential misuse of technologies with some depth. | Touches on ethical concerns but lacks depth or overlooks key issues. | Does not address ethical concerns or provides inaccurate information. |
| Biblical Perspective | Incorporates a detailed analysis of relevant scriptures, theological principles, and moral teachings, providing insightful reflections on the ethical implications of eugenics from a biblical standpoint. | Includes a biblical perspective with some analysis of scriptures and theological principles. | Touches on the biblical perspective but lacks depth in analysis or reflection. | Minimal or no incorporation of a biblical perspective. |
| Structure | Essay is well-structured, coherent, and logically organized with a clear thesis statement, developed arguments, and insightful reflections. | Essay is mostly well-structured with a clear thesis statement and developed arguments. | Structure is somewhat disorganized, lacking a clear thesis or coherent development of arguments. | Essay lacks structure, coherence, and a clear thesis statement. |
| Mechanics | Essay demonstrates strong writing mechanics, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling. | Writing mechanics are mostly accurate with minor errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. | Contains noticeable errors in writing mechanics that may distract from the content. | Significant errors in writing mechanics that impede understanding. |
| MLA Formatting | Adheres to MLA formatting guidelines consistently throughout the essay, including proper citations and a works cited page. | Mostly follows MLA formatting guidelines but may have minor inconsistencies in citations or formatting. | Attempts to use MLA formatting but lacks consistency or accuracy in citations and formatting. | Does not adhere to MLA formatting guidelines. |