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Hort 315 Essay Scoring Guide

STYLE - 10/30 points

Spelling correct
minor spelling
errors
multiple spelling
errors
Correct vocabulary
little use of
terminology
technical terms
used incorrectly
Proper grammer
subject/verb, tense
sentence structure,
other grammatical issues

SUBSTANCE - 15/30 points

Addresses question/topic
does not clearly state issue
misses point of assignment
 
Uses facts and data
key facts missing
states facts incorrectly
 
Critically analyzes topic
little analysis of facts
facts misinterpreted
states but does not analyze
Cites References

no references cited

inaccurate citation
poor choice of references

OTHER FACTORS - 5/30 points

Submitted on time to TurnItIn.com YES NO  
Adherence to layout rules YES NO  

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