Virginia SOL Writing Rubric
Official Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) rubric for writing assessments. Evaluates composing, written expression, and usage/mechanics.
English
Grade 5
Grade 8
Grade 11
12 points
Rubric Details
- Standard
- Virginia SOL
- Subject
- English
- Grade Level
- 5-11
- Total Points
- 12
- Criteria
- 3 categories
- Assignment Type
- essay
Rubric Criteria
Criteria | Advanced(4 pts) | Proficient(3 pts) | Developing(2 pts) | Below Basic(1 pt) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Composing Topic focus and development | Effectively addresses the topic with a clear, focused controlling idea; fully developed with relevant details | Addresses the topic with a controlling idea; adequately developed | May stray from topic; controlling idea may be unclear; development is limited | Does not address the topic; lacks controlling idea; little development |
Written Expression Word choice and sentence structure | Engaging with sophisticated word choice and varied sentence structure; strong voice | Clear with appropriate word choice and some sentence variety | Basic word choice; limited sentence variety; voice may be weak | Inappropriate or incorrect word choice; little or no sentence variety |
Usage/Mechanics Grammar and conventions | Demonstrates consistent command of usage and mechanics; few errors | Demonstrates adequate command; errors do not impede meaning | Demonstrates inconsistent command; errors may impede meaning | Demonstrates limited command; errors impede meaning |
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