Creative Project/Multi Modal/Research Rubric

Research credible sources; cite these sources accurately. Write informative texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through
the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.

Exceeds Requirements Meets Requirements Somewhat Meets Does Not Meet Requirements
(90-100%) (80-89%) Requirements (<=69%)
(70-79%)

Research Conducts a sufficient research process: selects

and Focus credible sources that represent more than one
perspective. Uses the required number of
sources.
Response is fully focused the elements of the
prompt
Sufficient use of UConn Library database and
other scholarly sources

Structure Presents an organized structure with an

and Critical introduction, body and conclusion. Most ideas
Thinking follow a logical sequence.
Demonstrates critical thinking, meaningfully
expanding on evidence, not simply restating
what previous scholars have said

Introduction Presents a clear introduction with a thesis

statement. Engages the reader and introduces a
complex topic. Maintains focus on the topic for
much of the essay.

Evidence Uses accurate, relevant information appropriate

and to audience and purpose and correct number (at
Elaboration least). Uses citations as needed with MLA
format. May be some errors MLA format.
Scholarly sources have been used. Works Cited
page is included correctly formatted. All multi
modal objects have connected “source” attached
and are, in addition, referred to meaningfully as
part of the evidence.

Conclusion Presents a clear conclusion that follows from and

supports the information in the response,
together all research and personal commentary,
and leaving the reader with a thoughtful,
 credible call to action or need for further
research

Objectivity Maintains objectivity toward the subject matter;

and Voice presents sufficiently balanced information.
Stated facts have been adequately
parsed/explained, making it clear that the
evidence serves support to original thesis
statement.

Language Uses accurate vocabulary for the grade level.

and Fluency Adequately uses the conventions of Standard
English appropriate for the grade level. Some
errors are present but they do not interfere with
meaning. Voice, diction, and sentence
structure/fluidity are grade appropriate.

Academic The finished assignment has been crafted neatly

Energy/ and with genuine care. Demonstrates a clear
Academic interest in the subject matter.
Curiosity/
Academic
Pride

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