AP In-Class Writing Assessment Rubric

Name:
Assignment:

Content: 1 2 3 4 5
- Identifies and elaborates on the central
topic using complex, unique, and relevant detail.
- Adequate supporting details are used throughout
the body of work.
- Speaks knowledgably about the concepts covered
in class, effectively arguing a particular point of view.

Essay Structure: 1 2 3 4 5
- Introduction: provides relevant background information
and presents a clear thesis statement.
- Number of body paragraphs are appropriate for
the length of the essay and content.
- Conclusion: restates the main ideas presented in the
essay and does not introduce any new information.

Organization: 1 2 3 4 5
- Writing is well-organized and developed logically.
- Ideas and support are arranged in an effective pattern.
- Transitions are effective and smooth.
- Flows smoothly from one idea to the next.

Language: 1 2 3 4 5
- The language, tone, and point of view are effective.
- Appropriate and vivid topic-specific language is used to
communicate meaning.

Mechanics: 1 2 3 4 5
- Sentences are varied, complete, and clear.
- Spelling, grammar, capitalization, and punctuation
errors are minimal.

Total Mark: /25

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