| Word Count (300-400 words) |
Less than 150 words or more than 550 words |
150-199 words or 500-549 words |
200-249 words or 450-499 words |
250-299 words or 400-449 words |
300-400 words |
| Relevant Information (July 2011) |
Little to no relevant information |
Some relevant information but mostly off-topic |
Includes some relevant information but lacks depth |
Mostly relevant information with good context |
Comprehensive and accurate information relevant to July 2011 |
| Quote from a “Citizen” |
No quote included |
Quote is irrelevant or confusing |
Quote is somewhat relevant but lacks depth |
Quote is relevant and adds some depth |
Quote is highly relevant and adds significant depth |
| Grammatical Accuracy |
Many grammatical errors |
Several grammatical errors |
Some grammatical errors |
Few grammatical errors |
Virtually no grammatical errors |
| Includes Photos |
No photos included |
Photos are irrelevant or poor quality |
Photos are somewhat relevant |
Photos are relevant and of good quality |
Photos are highly relevant and of excellent quality |
| Presentation (Eye Contact, Voice Level, Minimal “Um”) |
Poor presentation with no eye contact, poor voice level, and many “ums” |
Weak presentation with minimal eye contact, poor voice level, and several “ums” |
Average presentation with some eye contact, acceptable voice level, and some “ums” |
Good presentation with good eye contact, clear voice level, and few “ums” |
Excellent presentation with strong eye contact, clear and strong voice level, and minimal “ums” |
