Author's Name:

Grading/Comment Sheet for Writing Assignments

Content/Correctness (60%)

Main Point/Topic Sentence The main topic of the paper should be obvious.	Strong OK Weak:
Organization The paper is well-organized.	Strong OK Weak:
Assignment Specifications The paper fulfills the assignment.	Strong OK Weak:
Interesting The paper is interesting to read.	Strong OK Weak:

Grammar and Mechanics (20%)

Sentence Structure Sentences are complete and correct; there are no comma-splices or run-ons.	Strong OK Weak:
Spelling	Strong OK Weak:
Punctuation	Strong OK Weak:

Clarity and Style (20%)

Clarity The writing is clear and easy to understand.	Strong OK Weak:
Concise The author gets to the point; there is no redundancy.	Strong OK Weak:
Audience The paper is appropriate for its audience.	Strong OK Weak:
Level of Usage The author's language is professional, and the vocabulary is appropriate.	Strong OK Weak: