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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