This portfolio entry shows you have read and collected information on a factual topic and used this information to write a multi-genre report.
MULTI-GENRE REPORT
1. I can represent factual information in an organized manner.
__ I show limited organization and limited logical presentation.
__ I show moderate organization with minor errors in logical presentation. I use some transitional language.
__ My information is organized and presented in a logical, easy to follow manner. Transitional language is used as needed.
2. I can use a variety of genres to show further understanding of my subject.
__ I use one or two genres in addition to the factual report.
__ I effectively use three genres in addition to the factual report. OR I have written more than three genres but did not use them effectively.
__ I effectively use four genres (the required number) in addition to the factual report.
3. I can use my writing to show an understanding of historical context and the importance of my subject.
__ I use the names of people and places as the only indication of historical setting.
__ I use people, places and one or two other relevant details to indicate the importance of the subject and/or the historical context.
__ I use a variety of details to show the importance of the subject and the historical context.
4. I can follow MLA format to record the information about my sources.
__ My sources are listed in random order and/or follow a format other than the one given.
__ I can follow the format given, but my sources are listed in random order or an order other than alphabetical, and/or I have a number of errors.
__ I can follow the format given, and my sources are listed in alphabetical order. I may have a few minor errors.
5. I can follow directions to pass in a complete final product.
__ My final product is missing several requirements.
__ I have included most of the requirements in my final product, or there are errors in following the directions
__ I have followed directions to pass in a complete, neat final product.
STANDARD ENGLISH CONVENTIONS
I can follow the writing conventions of the English language which included capitalization, punctuation, spelling and grammar.
__ Errors interfere with the meaning of my piece, I use only simple sentences, OR my writing is too short to judge proper usage.
__ Some errors are evident but do not interfere with meaning; I attempt to use a variety of language and sentence structure.
__ I have very few errors for the length and complexity of my pieces; I demonstrate a command of language and mechanics.
__ I control a variety of sentence structures, grammar and usage and mechanics. The length and complexity of my pieces provide an opportunity to demonstrate control.
PROCESS OF WRITING
1. I can gather information from a variety of sources.
__ I use only one source of information.
__ I use two or three sources of information. I may have more sources, but they are all one type of source
__ I use four or five sources from a variety of types i.e. internet, books, encyclopedia, etc.
__ I use six or more sources from a variety of types i.e. internet, books, encyclopedia, etc.
2. I can collect information on a given subject. The information is adequate, organized, paraphrased as single bits of information and notes the source where it was found.
__ I have few notes which may be copied or contain too much information. I show little or no organization.
__ I have adequate or close to adequate notes that may be copied, have too much information, lack source or are disorganized.
__ I have and adequate number of notes that are organized, reflect the source and contain single bits of information which are paraphrased.