Your Editorial Rubric!!

For those who missed Friday's (5-22) class, please view the Rubric below. Your Editorial will be due on Wednesday when you come to class.

Editorial Evaluation

Subject of Editorial: Praise and Criticism for Kenwood Academy

Looking back at your experience at Kenwood, what would you like to affirm in your school? What would you like to see improved? What programs or efforts would you like to see expanded? What programs or policies would you like to see changed?

Primary Criteria (50 pts.) Poor Good Excellent
Purpose established early in the piece 2 4 6 8 10

Enough specific arguments/examples presented 2 4 6 8 10

Editorial is organized effectively 2 4 6 8 10
(Intro, Reaction, Details, Conclusion)

Piece has been proofread for errors 2 4 6 8 10
(Spelling, Grammar, Punctuation)

Quotes are used to add depth and credibility 2 4 6 8 10

Other Criteria (50 pts.)
Editorial is even-handed 1 2 3 4 5
(Subjective, but balanced)

Opinions supported with facts 1 2 3 4 5

“Research” is clearly evident 1 2 3 4 5

Writing style is clear and precise 1 2 3 4 5

Good transitions throughout 1 2 3 4 5

Appropriate word choice and language 1 2 3 4 5
(No offensive terms, clichés, big words)

Editorial given a well-written headline 1 2 3 4 5
(Present tense, Down style, Telegraphic)

Editorial typed and double spaced 1 2 3 4 5

Editorial is no more than 500 words 1 2 3 4 5

Deadline met by writer 1 2 3 4 5

Total Points: ________/100