Florida B.E.S.T. Writing Argumentation Rubric (Grades 7-10)
Florida B.E.S.T. standards argumentation writing rubric for secondary students.
English
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Grade 10
8 points
Rubric Details
- Standard
- Florida B.E.S.T.
- Subject
- English
- Grade Level
- 7-10
- Total Points
- 8
- Criteria
- 3 categories
- Assignment Type
- essay
Rubric Criteria
Purpose, Focus, and Organization Clarity of claim and logical structure | 4 pts | 3 pts | 2 pts | 1 pt | 0 pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Claim is clearly established, convincingly developed, and effectively maintained. Addresses counterclaims. Effective transitions create cohesion. | Claim is clear and maintained. May address counterclaim. Adequate transitions and organization. | Claim may be unclear or not fully maintained. Counterclaim may not be addressed. Organization is uneven. | Claim is unclear or absent. Little organizational structure. | Response is off-topic, blank, or illegible. |
Evidence and Elaboration Quality of reasoning and evidence | 4 pts | 3 pts | 2 pts | 1 pt | 0 pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Thorough, convincing support with strong evidence. Effective reasoning and analysis. Sophisticated vocabulary and style. | Adequate support with relevant evidence. Clear reasoning with appropriate vocabulary. | Uneven support. Evidence or reasoning may be weak or limited. | Minimal support with little relevant evidence or reasoning. | Response is off-topic, blank, or illegible. |
Conventions Grammar, usage, and mechanics | 2 pts | 1 pt | 0 pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Adequate command of conventions. Few errors. | Limited command. Errors may interfere with meaning. | Severe errors or response is blank. |
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