RUBRIC FOR INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENTS (WEEK ONE) 50 possible points ESOL 1101 Instructor: Diana Absatz- Blades Winter 2012 Instructor: Mrs.

Criteria /0 Draw reasonable solution(s)/conclusions for the simulated scenario. Successfully and clearly describes a realistic approach to solving the problem and proves it is effective, feasible, and acceptable. Draws warranted, insightful, reasonable conclusions. States a realistic solution to the problem and explains why the solution is the most effective one (15/10 pts.) Draws warranted, reasonable conclusions. States the solution to the problem (9/6 pts.) Draws few warranted or reasonable conclusions. States the solution, but incompletely. (5/3 pts.) Draws unwarranted or fallacious conclusions. Argues using fallacious or irrelevant reasons, and unwarranted claims. States the solution to the problem, but it is irrelevant.(2/0) Clearly and effectively states the core of the problem. Demonstrates the ability to construct clear and insightful understanding of the problem. A need to find a solution is well established. Effectively states the problem and demonstrates clear and insightful understanding of the problem. A need to find a solution for the problem is identified. (15/10 pts.) States the problem and demonstrates clear understanding of the problem. A need to find a solution for the problem is stated. (9/6 pts.) States the problem, but incompletely. Demonstrates some understanding of the problem. A need to find a solution is briefly introduced. (5/3 pts.) Statement of problem is unclear and poorly defined. No need to find a solution for the problem is established. (2/0 pts.) Individual Assignment Rubric (Simulated Scenario)WEEK 1

Grammar and Spelling Clarity of Language No grammar and/or spelling errors Clear, précised, and well constructed sentences. (5/4 pts.) No significant grammar and/ or spelling errors Clear, and well constructed sentences (3 pts.) Few grammar and/or spelling errors few awkward and/or wordy sentences. (2 pts.) Several grammar and/or spelling errors Many awkward and/or wordy sentences (1/0 pt.) Overall Organization An extremely well constructed essay with a good introduction giving an overview of the essay and a good summarizing conclusion; paragraphs develop one idea in a systematic way (10/8 pts.) A well constructed essay with a good introduction giving an overview of the essay and a good summarizing conclusion; paragraphs develop one idea in a systematic way (7/5 pts.) Paragraphs are well-organized, but no clear overall organization OR overall organization is clear but paragraphs lack coherence. (4/2 pts.) Sentences jump from idea to idea, with no clear organization of paragraphs or overall essay. (1 pts.) Appropriateness of Sources and APA reference Style At least 4 different sources cited in APA style (articles, books, web sites), with quotations and references well integrated into the text. (5/4 pts.) At least 4 different sources cited in APA style, but quotations and references appear "thrown in" rather than integrated. (3 pts.) Less than 4, but more than 1 different sources cited. (2 pts.) 1 source cited/No citations found (1/0 pt.)

How to Interpret This Part of The Rubric? * The following is the criteria for the highest score (4): “Draw reasonable solution(s)/conclusion(s) for the simulated scenario. Successfully and clearly describes a realistic approach to solving the problem and proves it is effective, feasible, and acceptable.” In order to score a 4 in this criteria a student must find a solution to the simulated problem along with reasonable evidence for choosing the particular solution(s) to the simulated problem.

How to Interpret This Part of The Rubric? *The following is the criteria for the highest score (4): “Identify a problem and effectively states the core of the problem. Demonstrates the ability to construct a clear and insightful understanding of the problem. A need to find a solution is well established.” In order to score a 4 in this criteria a student a must demonstrate complete understanding of the simulated problem by highlighting and analyzing the key issues of the simulated problem. A need to find an effective solution to the problem must be addressed.

How to Interpret This Part of The Rubric? *The following is the criteria for the highest score (4): “Grammar and Spelling /Clarity of Language” Make sure that you organize your thoughts and ideas before you begin writing, with techniques such as free-writing, brainstorming, and outlining. Say exactly what you mean by avoiding ambiguous language using modifiers, eliminating unnecessary words and phrases, and using the active voice whenever possible. Avoid using common misused and confused words, denotation versus connotation, and inclusive language.

How to Interpret This Part of The Rubric? “The following is the criteria for the highest score (4): Overall Organization” *You must have a thesis statement. *Even if writing about personal experiences back up your opinions with facts. *You must present a strong conclusion. Your conclusion must knit your essay together. Essays with ambiguous endings are seldom successful.

How to Interpret This Part of The Rubric? * The following is the criteria for the highest score (4): “Appropriateness of Sources and APA reference Style” Student must cite at least 4 scholarly sources. Don’t forget to cite your sources in the bibliography, or in APA style within the document. If you have a question about a APA citation, refer to your APA manual(handbook).