Social Studies 10-1 Written Response Scoring Categories and Criteria (Rubric)

| Argumentation (8)When marking Argumentation, markers should consider how effectively the student: * Establishes a position * Develops one or more arguments based on logic and reason | Evidence (8)When marking Evidence, markers should consider how effectively the student uses evidence that * Is relevant and accurate * Reflects depth and/or breadth | Communication (5)When marking Communication, markers should consider the effectiveness of the students * Fluency and letter organization * Syntax, mechanics and grammar * Use of vocabulary and social studies terminology | Excellent | The position established is convincingly supported by judiciously chosen and developed argument(s). The argumentation is consistent and compelling, demonstrating an insightful understanding of the assignment. | Evidence is sophisticated and deliberately chosen. The relative absence of error is impressive. A thorough and comprehensive discussion of evidence reveals an insightful understanding of social studies knowledge and its application to the assignment. | The writing is fluent, skillfully structured, and judiciously organized. Control of syntax, mechanics, and grammar is sophisticated. Vocabulary is precise and deliberately chosen. The relative absence of error is impressive. | Proficient | The position established is persuasively supported by purposefully chosen and developed argument(s). The argumentation is logical and capably developed, demonstrating a sound understanding of the assignment | Evidence is specific and purposeful. Evidence may contain some minor errors. A capable and adept discussion of evidence reveals a solid understanding of social studies knowledge and its application to the assignment. | The writing is clear and purposefully organized. Control of syntax,