Evaluate the student's paragraph using the criteria below. The goal is 80% accuracy in structuring the paragraph. This means 4 out of 5 criteria should be met consistently.
Criteria
Topic Sentence
Meets (1 pt)
Paragraph begins with a clear topic sentence introducing the main idea.
Needs Support (0 pt)
Topic sentence is unclear, missing, or irrelevant.
Criteria
3 Support Details
Meets (1 pt each)
Each detail sentence directly supports and elaborates on the topic.
Needs Support (0 pt)
Details are irrelevant, repetitive, or missing.
Criteria
Conclusion
Meets (1 pt)
Ends with a clear sentence that summarizes or restates the main idea.
Needs Support (0 pt)
Concluding sentence is unclear, missing, or ineffective.
Total Writing Score:
/ 5