World Leader Research Project - Essay Rubric – World History Pre-AP - Mr.

Duez

Student Name(s) ________________________________________________ PD:

Leader: _____________________________________________________
Each aspect of the essay is graded on a scale. The highest score in the range means that the student was complete and had a
total command over the area graded. Zero means that the aspect was missing or completely wrong. Totals in between denote amount of
success in the category. Sixty points of the project was the product (poster, video, power point, dramatic portrayal 30) and presentation
(20). The essay is worth fifty points. The total grade on the project is at the bottom.

ESSAY PROMPT: Explain and describe the impact and importance of the leader you have chosen. Also
explain your person’s leadership ability by comparing him to the article by Campbell about “Characteristics
of a Leader.” Analyze your assertions. Prove your thesis by documenting sources in MLA format. You must
use at least two of Campbell’s characteristics.

Heading, Title, Introduction and Thesis

(MLA Heading, a title that commands attention and points to the thesis. Introduction stays on topic and clearly
answers the prompt. There is an introductory sentence in each paragraph relating the paragraph to your thesis.)
10 - 9 - 8 - 7 - 6 - 5 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 - 0
Explanation:

Clarity and Originality of Thought

(A distinct beginning and ending, with a thoughtful essay in between, the essay is logically structured with vivid
details, fresh word choice, creativity, and risk-taking. Also the essay will describe and explain the importance of
your leader and their impact.)
10 - 9 - 8 - 7 - 6 - 5 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 - 0
Explanation:

Sources Cited in MLA Format

(Cite information from sources. You must cite information that is not common knowledge and give the author or
website credit. Author's last name and the page number(s) from which the quotation or paraphrase is taken must
appear in the text, and a complete reference should appear on your Works Cited page in MLA format. You have at
least 3 sources and have cited all works used in the essay, including Campbell.)
10 - 9 - 8 - 7 - 6 - 5 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 - 0
Explanation:

Freedom from Error

(Spelling, grammar, punctuation, usage, free of mechanical errors, is not sloppy)
10 - 9 - 8 - 7 - 6 - 5 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 - 0
Explanation:

Conclusion and Overall Success

(Conclusion: The summary of your supporting information shows how you reached your conclusion. Conclusion
goes beyond restating the premise. It includes emphatic (forceful, exclamatory, emphasized) diction (phrasing,
terminology, word use) to show the confidence you have in your proven ideas.
Overall: You successfully described the importance of and explained the impact of your leader. Your thesis is
developed and proven; the essay has a strong conclusion and its premise “works.” Reader learns about your
leader and has a clearer understanding of at least two of the characteristics that a leader must have.)
10 - 9 - 8 - 7 - 6 - 5 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 - 0
Explanation:
 World Leader Research Project – Product Rubric
World History Pre-AP - Mr. Duez

PRODUCT PROMPT: Teach the class about the importance and impact of your leader. You may do so
with a power point, video, photo story, poster, or a dramatic presentation.

Heading
(Name period and date on the product)
5-4-3-2-1–0

Write out the leader name and your thesis somewhere on or in the product.
5-4-3-2-1–0

Success
(You successfully depicted, taught, and led the class through a learning situation about your leader and it was
displayed in your product. The audience understands the leader’s importance, impact, and the characteristics that
made them a great leader.)
10 - 9 - 8 - 7 - 6 - 5 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 - 0
Explanation:

World Leader Presentation Rubric – World History Pre-AP - Mr. Duez

Success
(You successfully explained the importance and impact of your world leader. The class can visually understand
the life and character of the leader. You attempted to ask questions and help the class understand the leader by
using examples from your essay.)
30 - 25 - 20 - 15 - 10 - 0
Explanation:

Overall Score: