Grading Rubric 1

	Basic	Average	Superior
Content	Struggles to provide an interpretation of the photograph and fails to support thesis with two separate arguments.	Offers an interpretation of the photograph and provides two supporting arguments.	Provides a thoughtful interpretation of the image and supports the position with two distinct arguments. Demonstrates an understanding of visual analysis.
Language	Fails to use basic vocabulary and art-historical terms accurately.	Uses basic vocabulary and art-historical terms accurately.	Uses a broad variety of art-historical terms and vocabulary to create descriptive and engaging paper.
Organization	Paper does not follow organizational structure as defined by assignment.	Paper follows organizational structure as defined by the assignment.	Paper not only follows organizational structure but is fluid and engaging throughout.