This is a rubric that can be used by the teacher to grade an argumentative writing assignment, but can be also used by the student as a guide for writing. A single point rubric is based on the idea that the criteria described is the minimum for meeting an expectation, ie. a "C"or 70-75%. If the goal is to get students to meet expectations, then our grading should begin there. The check list format makes it easier for students to understand what needs to be done and in turn makes grading and prov