Trait Rubric - Organization
Advanced/5
Organization supports the centrail idea (thesis). The order and structure move the reader through the text easily.
- A. An interesting introduction draws the reader into the paper, and a satisfying conclusion leaves the reader with a sense of resolution.
- B. Smooth, effective transitions exist among all elements (sentences, paragraphs, and ideas).
- C. Organizational patterns are effective but unobtrusive. Paragraphing is natural and appropriate.
Acceptable/3
Organization supports the central idea (thesis). However, the order and structure do not readily move the reader through the text.
- A. The introduction and conclusion are present.
- B. Transitions are present but commonplace, inappropriate, or excessive.
- C. Organizational patterns are present but predictable. Paragraphing is not consistently natural and appropriate.
Unacceptable/1
Organization neither supports nor develops the central idea (thesis). The lack of order and structure detract from the reader's understanding.
- A. The introduction and conclusion are not present.
- B. Transitions are nonexistent.
- C. Organizational patterns are haphazard and disjointed. Paragraphing is not utilized or is misapplied.
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