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3

2

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Choice of Organizer

Independently chooses the appropriate method such as Venn diagram, word web, or for organizing information

Independently chooses an appropriate organizational method

Needs guidance to choose an appropriate organizational method

Does not understand how to choose an organizational method

Organization

Organization reveals important connections between items and demonstrates a thorough analysis of content

Organization reveals some connections between items

Placements of items demonstrates minimal understanding of connections

Items are randomly placed with no understanding of connections evident

Mechanics

One or two spelling or punctuation errors

Few or more errors present

Careless or distracting errors

Many errors

Presentation

Appealing and very clear; graphic elements are carefully drawn; words are neatly typed or written

Clear and legible

Lacks clarity; some words are hard to read

Illegible; difficult to understand