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Author
Allison S.
Subject
Writing
create a writing rubric worth a total of 20 points modeled after the PSSA text dependent analysis scoring guidelines with the following categories: focus, content, organization, style, and conventions.
This document outlines a rubric designed to enhance the writing of text-dependent analyses. Aimed at preparing students for successful essay writing, it follows the PSSA scoring guidelines to ensure clarity, organization, and insightfulness in essays. The rubric consists of five scoring categories: Focus, Content, Organization, Style, and Conventions, each scored on a 4-point scale, for a total of 20 points. It includes detailed descriptions for each category and guidelines for scoring, ranging from advanced to insufficient, providing a clear framework for assessing writing quality.
Clarify the Purpose Early On
Use Graphic Organizers to Scaffold Ideas
Model High-Quality Responses
Facilitate Peer Review Sessions
Address Common Misconceptions
Integrate Mini-Lessons on Writing Conventions
Celebrate Improvement and Success
Use Exit Tickets for Reflection