| Criterion (25% of Score) | Excellent (4 Points) | Proficient (3 Points) | Developing (2 Points) | Needs Improvement (1 Point) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relevance & Theme Connection | Insightfully and creatively addresses the prompt, demonstrating a sophisticated understanding of the role/portrayal of women in media. | Clearly addresses the prompt and connects the work to the theme of heroic female representation in media. | Generally addresses the theme but the connection is vague or relies heavily on surface-level observations. | Fails to clearly connect the submission to the prompt or the theme of women in media. |
| Originality & Voice | The perspective is highly unique, fresh, and compelling. The work demonstrates exceptional creativity and a powerful, authentic student voice. | The perspective is distinct and creative. The student’s voice is present and adds genuine value to the discussion or concept. | The ideas are somewhat conventional or predictable. The student’s voice is present but lacks strength or originality. | The concept or analysis is unoriginal, derivative, or the voice is entirely absent or unclear. |
| Execution & Craftsmanship | Essay: Writing is flawless, persuasive, and structured logically. Art: Technical skill, composition, and visual appeal are exceptional. Film: Editing, cinematography, sound, and narrative flow are professional and polished. | The technical quality is strong with minimal errors. The work is well-organized and clearly communicates its ideas (e.g., strong grammar, clear visual design, effective editing). | The work contains several noticeable technical flaws (e.g., grammatical errors, poor resolution, choppy editing) that occasionally distract from the message. | Technical flaws significantly impede understanding or viewing experience. The work appears rushed or poorly prepared. |
| Impact & Persuasion | The submission is deeply thought-provoking and powerfully achieves its intended purpose (to analyze, critique, or inspire). It leaves a strong, memorable impression. | The submission successfully delivers a clear message and presents a compelling argument or vision for positive change. | The message is clear but lacks significant emotional or intellectual depth, resulting in a moderate impact. | The message is weak, confused, or unpersuasive, making minimal impact on the viewer/reader. |
Total Score Calculation
The final score is out of 16 points.