STAAR ECR Rubric

Based on the STAAR ECR rubric, how many points can you get for good writing conventions (grammar, spelling, etc.)?

• 5

• 4

• 3

• 2

If I have a thesis, but my ECR is unorganized and I don't have text evidence, how many points can I possibly receive?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 0

To receive full credit on an ECR, I need which of the following...

• a fully developed, correct thesis

• specific text evidence

• effective organization

• 3 different types of sentences

ECR stands for...

• essay constructed response

• extended constructed response

• essay calibrated response

• extended creepy response

What is the primary purpose of the STAAR TEA ECR rubric?

• To evaluate student attendance

• To assess student essays and written responses

• To measure student participation in class

• To grade multiple-choice questions

Which of the following is NOT a component of the STAAR TEA ECR rubric?

• Organization

• Development of Ideas

• Grammar and Mechanics

• Attendance

Which of the following best describes the "Organization" criterion in the STAAR TEA ECR rubric?

• The use of correct grammar and punctuation

• The logical arrangement of ideas and coherence

• The creativity of the essay

• The length of the essay

What does the "Development of Ideas" criterion in the STAAR TEA ECR rubric focus on?

• The clarity and depth of the argument or narrative

• The number of paragraphs in the essay

• The use of advanced vocabulary

• The neatness of handwriting

Which of the following is assessed under the "Grammar and Mechanics" criterion in the STAAR TEA ECR rubric?

• The originality of the content

• The use of correct spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure

• The relevance of the topic

• The length of the essay

Which of the following best describes the "Focus and Coherence" criterion in the STAAR TEA ECR rubric?

• The essay's adherence to the prompt and logical flow of ideas

• The use of complex sentence structures

• The inclusion of personal anecdotes

• The length of the introduction