This scoring guide is based on CA state ELA standards for analytical writing and response to literature. Criteria are analysis, structure, style (voice), and conventions. Works for any text (poetry, prose, non-fiction) to align grading to standards.

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I have been working in public schools for nearly two decades. I started as an instructional aide in a special ed (RSP) English class, then moved to the challenging world of substitute teaching. For the past 12 years, I have taught all levels of high school English, grades 9-12, as a full time classroom teacher, most recently 11th grade (including special education) and Advanced Placement Literature and Composition.
