6

Outstanding

A paper in this category stands out because it demonstrates clear and consistent competence, although it may have occasional errors.

5

Strong

A paper in this category demonstrates reasonably consistent competence, although it will have occasional errors or lapses in quality.

4

Adequate

A paper in this category demonstrates adequate competence, although it will have occasional errors and lapses in quality.

3

Limited

A paper in this category demonstrates developing competence.

2

Flawed

A paper in this category demonstrates some incompetence.

1

Fundamentally Deficient

A paper in this category demonstrates incompetence.

0

Off Topic or Illegible

Does not address the topic or cannot be read.