iRubric: MGRP Feature Article rubric

Introduction is framed around essential question or rational for topic relevance. A hook/lead is crafted that draws the reader into the topic. There is a clear transition to the rest of the paper.

Introduction is framed around essential question or rational for topic. It is missing a hook/lead.

Introduction is a list of facts and there is no hook or lead.

No introduction.

The conclusion of engaging and relates in some way to the introduction and essential question. The conclusion gives the reader something to take away from the paper.

Conclusion summarizes the paper in general. No evidence of crafting a conclusion.

Conclusion restates exactly what you said in the introduction.

No conclusion. Paper just ends.

Writing integrates source material and provides supporting detail sentences that develop main points and create a sense of flow. Paragraphs creatively examine and connect ideas.

Each paragraph has supporting detail sentences the develop main ideas. There is some flow/connection between paragraphs.

Individual paragraphs are not focused. There is little flow between paragraphs. Ideas seem to be presented randomly.

Paper is not cohesive. There is no flow between paragraphs or ideas. The paper is "all over the place" and difficult to follow.

Evidence reflects professional sources integrated with other sources (interview, media, etc.). Research information goes beyond surface information. Evidence is relevant, varied and reliable.

Evidence is provided and reflects both professional and other sources. Research information is mostly surface information that often reveals a shallow understanding of topic. Evidence is relevant, varied and reliable.

Evidence is provided but may come from a single source. Lack of sources raises questions about the reliability of information or information is dominated by popular or your own opinion.

Little or no evidence of research.