Written responses are free of grammatical spelling or punctuation errors. The style of writing facilitates communication.

Written responses are largely free of grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. The style of writing generally facilitates communication.

Written responses contain a few errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation, etc. Some errors but not so many to indicate repetitive distractions.

Written responses include some grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. The errors distract the reader.

Uses incorrect grammar and incorrect sentence structure consistently. The errors interfere with the communication process.

The writer understands significant ideas relevant to the issue under discussion. This is indicated by correct use of terminology, precise selection of information components required to make a point. Correct use of examples .

Able to distinguish and comprehends a deeper meaning on most occasions. Ideas are reasonably clear. Some subjective evaluation is necessary to determine what the writer means.

Comprehends the surface level meaning of the material and begins to relate issues to general knowledge and experience

Demonstrates some basic comprehension of the material . Does not make connections with the bigger picture.

Not comprehending or reflecting on what is read or viewed

Work demonstrates that all tasks were completed Showed some originality and extra initiative in completing assignment.

Work demonstrates that significant effort was made to attempt all aspects of the assignment. Ideas connected clearly.

Work demonstrates that some effort was made to attempt all tasks that were assigned. Occasional sense of engagement of writer with the subject matter.

Little effort was made to attempt all tasks that were assigned. Ideas were connected but weak

Very little effort was given to the task assignment. No response was given.

Student is clearly expressing arguments, opinions and responses in answering assignments. Superior ideas and insights. Answers are clear and complex.

Student is more consistent in expressing arguments, opinions and responses when answering assignments

Student is learning to develop and express arguments, opinions and responses in answering assignments. More complex and insightful answers.

Not developing their ability to express arguments, ideas or opinions. Ideas are not complex or insightful. May include some information that distracts from central purpose.

Student is not able to express opinions, ideas, and responses due to inadequate writing skills. Ideas are unclear.