RubricForMemoir

=The Writing Program Rubric and the Memoir= I will use the Writing Program's Grading Rubric to evaluate the final drafts of all your writing projects in this class. Here is an explanation of how the categories apply to the memoir.


 * **Focus (a clear significance) -** The memoir clearly suggests or states its significance. It skillfully answers the "so what?" question. The memoir provides insight on the subject or author.
 * **Organization** - The memoir has a coherent and meaningful order and is shaped for effect (beginning and ending, climax, integration of background/description, pacing/suspense).
 * **Development** - The story or memory is fully developed with specific details, events, descriptions, dialogue, etc. used for purposeful effect. Showing vs. telling.
 * **Syntax and Diction (Style)** - Sentences have effective phrasing and flow with varied structures chosen for stylistic purposes. The writing contains vivid verbs, precise nouns, powerful and effective imagery.
 * **Format and Design**-fully integrates elements of design to best serve rhetorical purpose (.e.g., title, photos/images, headings, font). An example of a college paper in MLA format is on pp. 379. Do not use a title page or submit your paper in a report cover.
 * **Mechanics** - Free of errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation.