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This English rubric is designed for 6, 7, 8. It is aligned to PA PSSA standards.

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PA PSSA

Pennsylvania PSSA Argumentative Writing Rubric (Grades 6-8)

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Pennsylvania PSSA argumentative writing rubric for middle school students.

English

Grade 6

Grade 7

Grade 8

8 points

Rubric Details

Standard: PA PSSA
Subject: English
Grade Level: 6-8
Total Points: 8
Criteria: 3 categories
Assignment Type: essay

Rubric Criteria

Focus/Content Claim development and support	4 pts	3 pts	2 pts	1 pt	0 pts
Description	Claim is sophisticated and thoroughly supported. Counterclaim effectively addressed.	Claim is clear and adequately supported.	Claim may be unclear. Support is limited.	Claim unclear. Minimal support.	Response blank or off-topic.

Organization Structure and transitions	4 pts	3 pts	2 pts	1 pt	0 pts
Description	Skillful organization with effective transitions creating cohesion.	Adequate organization with appropriate transitions.	Organization is uneven. Transitions weak.	Little organization.	Response blank or off-topic.