| Criteria | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | Does not introduce the topic clearly | Introduces the topic with some clarity | Introduces the topic clearly | Engaging introduction that hooks the reader |
| Organization | Information is disorganized and hard to follow | Some attempt at organization but lacks coherence | Information is organized in a logical sequence | Information is well-organized with clear sections |
| Elaboration | Lacks details and explanations | Provides some details but lacks depth | Includes relevant details and explanations | Thoroughly elaborates on the topic with rich details |
| Transitions | Transitions are missing or unclear | Attempts to use transitions but inconsistently | Uses transitions to connect ideas | Uses a variety of transitions effectively |
| Conclusion | Conclusion is missing or does not summarize | Attempts to conclude but lacks a clear summary | Provides a basic summary in the conclusion | Strong conclusion that effectively summarizes the report |
| Punctuation and Capitalization | Multiple errors in punctuation and capitalization | Some errors in punctuation and capitalization | Few errors in punctuation and capitalization | Consistently demonstrates correct punctuation and capitalization |
| Spelling | Multiple spelling errors throughout | Some spelling errors present | Few spelling errors | Spelling is accurate throughout the report |