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Pass/Fail Grading Rubric

A passing response does all of the following:

  • meets the specified requirements of the task;
  • demonstrates knowledge of the subject matter relevant to the task;
  • reflects accurate understanding of concepts and terminology;
  • develops arguments and/or presents information in a coherent, well-focused manner
  • includes insightful analysis;
  • integrates appropriate evidence, including examples and previous scholarship, to support assertions and develop arguments; *
  • appropriately cites sources of information where required;
  • features clear, accurate sentence structure and word choice.

A failing response does some or all of the following:

  • neglects major aspects of the task;
  • demonstrates weak knowledge of the subject matter relevant to the task;
  • frequently misuses concepts and terminology;
  • shows incoherent, fragmented development of arguments and/or presentation of information;
  • includes little analysis, relying mainly on summary and reporting;
  • often fails to integrate appropriate evidence, including examples and previous scholarship, to support assertions and develop arguments; *
  • neglects to cite sources appropriately where required;
  • features pervasive problems in sentence structure and word choice.

* Please refer to the "Examination Procedures Bulletin," for further information about incorporating source materials in exam responses.