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Criteria: Relevance
Definition: The extent to which the information presented is accurate, reliable, and aligns with
established facts or evidence
Good Example: The response strictly discusses the water cycle when prompted.
Bad Example: The response veers off-topic discussing water conservation strategies when not prompted.
Why: Staying on-topic is critical; the bad example diverges from the prompt's focus.
We will be using a detailed rubric to guide our evaluation process. The rubric divides the assessment of
accuracy into three tiers:
Supporting Content: This refers to how the evidence and details provided back up the main points or
thesis statement of a response. Good supporting content is directly relevant and strengthens the central
claims, while poor supporting content may be unrelated or only tangentially related, failing to reinforce
the argument.
Good Example: In an essay about the benefits of exercise, the writer provides a study result showing that
regular physical activity can decrease the risk of chronic diseases by up to 25%. This is good supporting
content because it directly supports the central claim with concrete, scientific evidence.
Bad Example: In the same essay, if the writer mentions a personal anecdote about enjoying a morning
run, it is less effective supporting content. While it's related to exercise, it does not robustly support the
claim about the health benefits of exercise, as it's subjective and not evidence-based.
Specificity: This criterion assesses whether the examples and evidence used are precise and directly
related to the argument or claim being made. Specificity requires that the evidence be clearly and
directly linked to the central points, rather than being vague or overly general.
Good Example: In a report about economic growth, the writer cites specific statistics like "The economy
has seen a 3% increase in GDP in the last quarter, with a significant contribution from the renewable
energy sector." This is specific because it provides exact figures and identifies a contributing sector.
Bad Example: A vague statement like "The economy is doing better thanks to various industries" lacks
specificity. It doesn't provide measurable data or identify which industries are contributing to the
growth, making it a weak example.
Usefulness: This measures the degree to which every part of the response contributes to the overall
argument or claim. Information is considered useful if it adds clear value and helps to build or advance
the main points being made.
Good Example: In a proposal for a new public park, the writer includes details on projected community
benefits, cost estimates, and potential sources of funding. Each piece of information is directly relevant
and contributes to making a compelling case for the park's construction.
Bad Example: If the proposal includes a long history of parks in general without connecting this
information to the specific benefits of the proposed park, this content is not useful. It doesn't advance
the argument for this particular park, thus it does not contribute to the effectiveness of the proposal.
Criteria: Relevance - Putting it All Together
Prompt:
Discuss the impact of urban green spaces on city dwellers' mental health.
Responses:
Insufficient (1-2):"Urban green spaces are good because they make the city look better. People like to see
trees and plants because they are pretty. It’s always nice to have places to go outside in the city."
Supporting Content: The response lacks any supporting evidence, studies, or data that link urban green
spaces to the mental health of city dwellers. The argument is based on a general, subjective opinion that
green spaces are "good" and "pretty," which does not substantiate the impact on mental health.
Specificity: The response does not provide any specific examples or detailed explanations on how urban
green spaces influence mental health. The claims are overly general and vague.
Usefulness: The information given does not contribute meaningfully to the argument. It does not
advance the understanding of the impact of urban green spaces on mental health, making it not useful
for the argument being made.
Minimum (3): "Urban green spaces might affect city dwellers' mental health by providing them with a
place to relax. Some studies suggest that having access to parks can make people feel calmer. However,
cities are busy places, and green spaces can also be crowded and noisy, which might not be very
relaxing."
Explanation: This response is on the cusp, acknowledging a potential impact on mental health and
vaguely referencing "some studies," but it does not provide concrete evidence or a clear argument.
Good (4-5):
"Urban green spaces have a significant positive impact on the mental health of city dwellers.
According to a 2020 study by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, individuals with
access to parks and recreational areas report lower levels of stress and higher levels of life satisfaction.
The introduction of plant life and trees in urban settings can also reduce noise pollution and improve air
quality, further contributing to psychological well-being. Regular use of these green spaces for exercise
has been linked to reductions in anxiety and depression, as indicated by a research article in the Journal
of Public Health."
Supporting Content: The response includes specific studies that provide evidence of the positive effects
of urban green spaces on mental health, directly supporting the central claim.
Specificity: It provides precise data and references to reputable sources, detailing how these spaces
contribute to well-being.
Usefulness: Each sentence adds value to the claim and context of the response, thoroughly explaining
the connection between green spaces and mental health.
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