Rubric – English Grade 8 Socratic Seminar Written Responses – The Giver

Criteria Scoring Scale and Points
Overall Development
  • 0-2 points: Response lacks clear development and coherence.
  • 3-5 points: Response shows some development and coherence.
  • 6-8 points: Response demonstrates good development and coherence.
  • 9-10 points: Response is well-developed and highly coherent.
Organization
  • 0-2 points: Lack of organization, ideas are scattered.
  • 3-5 points: Some organization evident but could be improved.
  • 6-8 points: Well-organized with clear structure.
  • 9-10 points: Highly organized with seamless transitions.
Support
  • 0-2 points: Minimal or weak support for ideas.
  • 3-5 points: Some support provided but needs more depth.
  • 6-8 points: Strong support for ideas with relevant evidence.
  • 9-10 points: Exceptional support with insightful analysis.
Sentence Structure
  • 0-2 points: Poor sentence structure, difficult to follow.
  • 3-5 points: Some variety in sentence structure.
  • 6-8 points: Varied sentence structure enhances readability.
  • 9-10 points: Sophisticated sentence structure enhances meaning.
Word Choice
  • 0-2 points: Limited vocabulary, repetitive word choice.
  • 3-5 points: Some variety in word choice but could be improved.
  • 6-8 points: Rich vocabulary enhances expression.
  • 9-10 points: Precise and engaging word choice throughout.
Mechanics
  • 0-1 points: Numerous errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
  • 2-3 points: Some errors present but do not significantly impact readability.
  • 4 points: Few minor errors present.
  • 5 points: Virtually error-free in terms of mechanics.
Use of Text Evidence
  • 0-1 points: Little to no use of text evidence.
  • 2-3 points: Limited use of text evidence, not effectively integrated.
  • 4 points: Some text evidence used to support ideas.
  • 5 points: Skillful integration of text evidence to enhance analysis.
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