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Department: English
Course: ELA 12
6 Trait and Summary Intervention (Goal 1): This assignment is a culminating activity for a unit that focused on
Sir Thomas More's "Utopia" and research. The students had compare the literary Utopia with the way social insti‐
tutions in the United States operated. Then student had to develop their own ideals and summarize their ideas in
the form of a creative brochure. The 6+1 traits were used to evaluate the student's work. (Ware‐Utopia Bro‐
chure example in folder)
General Assignment Instructions: The Primary Writing Rubric
The 6+1 Trait
®
Writing rubric is the basis for all writing rubrics in this course. Check it carefully to see how writ‐
ing will be scored. The key ideas for the best scores are summarized below as a reminder.
Ideas/Content:
Top Scores (4‐5, or the A‐B range): This product is clear and focused. It holds the reader’s attention and sup‐
ports its ideas through ample and effective use of evidence
Organization:
Top Scores (4‐5, or the A‐B range): The organization enhances and showcases the central idea or theme. The
order, structure, or presentation of information is compelling.
Voice:
Top Scores (4‐5, or the A‐B range): The writer speaks directly to the reader in a way that is individual, compelling,
and engaging. The writer shows an awareness and respect for the audience and the purpose for writing.
Word Choice:
Top Scores (4‐5, or the A‐B range
):
Words convey the intended message in a precise, interesting, and natural
way. The words are powerful and engaging.
Sentence Fluency:
Top Scores (4‐5, or the A‐B range): The writing has an easy ϐlow, rhythm, and cadence. Sentences have a
strong and varied structure
Convention:
Top Scores (4‐5, or the A‐B range): The writer demonstrates a good grasp of standard writing conventions (e.g.,
spelling, punctuation, capitalization, grammar, usage, paragraphing) and uses conventions effectively to enhance readability.
Errors are few and do not distract from understanding.
Presentation:
Top Scores (4‐5, or the A‐B range): The form and presentation of the text enhances the ability for the reader
to
understand and connect with the message. It is pleasing to the eye.
Click the image below to review the rubric & a student example.