KPBSD EXPLANATORY AWA GRADES 5 4‐POINT ANALYTIC (modified) WRITING RUBRIC EXPOSITORY 1. BELOW STANDARD IDEAS Did the writer stay focused and share original and fresh information or perspective about the topic? ORGANIZATION Does the organizational structure enhance the ideas and make them easier to understand or does it overpower them?
VOICE Does the writing speak to its intended purpose and audience
WORD CHOICE Do the words and phrases create vivid pictures and linger in your mind?
SENTENCE FLUENCY Do phrases and sentences create rhythms and pacing that convey intended effects? CONVENTIONS How much edition would have to be done to be ready to share with an outside source? The writing has no clear sense of purpose or controlling idea. The writing lacks a clear sense of direction. 2. APPROACHING STANDARD 3. MEETS STANDARD The writing is beginning to define the topic, even though development is still basic or general. The writing has a clearly defined topic and development. Supporting details (Explanation, examples, evidence, expert opinion, elaboration, and experience) are relevant and specific to the topic. The organizational structure is The organizational structure strong enough to move the carries the reader through the reader through the text without text in a logical manner. little confusion. The Paragraphs are sequential and introduction and conclusion are there is an engaging introduction present but underdeveloped. and conclusion. 4. EXCEEDS STANDARD This writing is clear and conveys interesting, original ideas. Relevant examples, experiences, evidence, explanations, expert opinion, or elaborations develop and enrich the central idea. The organizational structure of this paper enhances and showcases the purpose or central theme of the paper. Paragraphs anticipate a logical argument, and there is a compelling introduction and conclusion. The writing speaks directly to the reader in a manner that is individual, compelling, and engaging. The writing respects purpose and audience.
The writing doesn’t seem to be The writing is indifferent, fully engaged or involved. The uninvolved, or distanced from the topic and/or the audience. writing shows limited awareness of purpose or of audience. The writing is engaging with a believable author's tone and voice. The result is generally pleasing and seems engaged with the purpose and audience. Word choice distracts from the The meaning is limited by the word choice. message Word choice conveys the intended message. Word choice conveys the intended message in a precise, interesting, and natural way. The writing has an easy flow and rhythm. The writing is mature and sophisticated with a varied structure. Writing demonstrates a command of standard conventions (e.g., spelling, punctuation, capitalization, grammar, usage, paragraphing). Writing uses standard conventions as a stylistic tool to deepen the readers’ interaction with the central idea/theme. Lack of writing flow disrupts meaning. Errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, usage, and grammar and/or paragraphing repeatedly distract the reader and make text difficult to read. Writing moves along with a steady although mechanical beat, but tends to be more pleasant or businesslike than musical. Writing demonstrates a limited range of standard conventions. KPBSD EXPOSITORY AWA GRADES 5 - 4 Point Analytic (modified) Writing Rubric