Category 1 point 3 points 5 points
Length Less than one page, double-spaced, 12-type default font. 1-1 1/2 pages, double-spaced, 12-type default font. 2 pages, double-spaced, 12-type default font.
Fairness At least one point of view not mentioned.

Facts are misrepresented or grossly omitted.

All four points of view are mentioned.

A few good arguments are set forth, but one side clearly dominates the others.

All four points of view are accurately and equally represented.

Clear arguments for each point of view are expressed.

Final Argument Final argument stated without argument or omitted. Final argument given with little proof or consensus. Final argument builds on specific points of view, adding new information and reasoning generated by the group.
Mechanics More than 3 errors in spelling or grammar. Less than 3 errors in spelling or grammar. No errors in spelling or grammar.