Writing Rubric: Self-Assessment

Name:
Date:
Assignment:

Before writing, I think of what I know about the topic. I make a list of ideas, words, and phrases I might use.

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I organize my thoughts and ideas so that I can focus on one central idea.

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I choose ideas and examples that are appropriate for this culture.

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I make sure the writing has a definite beginning, middle, and end.

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I try to make my writing interesting.

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I write a first draft and then I reread and revise.

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I check to make sure that my writing makes sense.

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I make sure the sentences relate to each other.

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I use familiar language structures so I know I am writing correctly.

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If I do not know a word, I use a word or phrase I do know.

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I make sure punctuation is correct according to the rules in this language.

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I check my spelling.

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I check my use of verb tenses (present, past, future, etc.).

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I check my use of gender and agreements (masculine, feminine, neuter).

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I ask someone who knows the language (classmate) to read my writing and give me feedback.

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I make sure the final copy is legible (handwritten or typed).

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What I think I did very well on in this assignment:

What I think I need to focus/improve on next time: