Writing Standard and Grading Rubric Ideas/Content (72 points)addresses the writing prompt/assignmentinsightful, creative, original, and comprehensivereflects critical thinkingOrganization (24 points)logical and coherentproceeds from a sharply focused thesiscontains an introduction and a conclusionBalance (24 points)acknowledges/presents conflicting viewpoints fairlyAssertions (24 points)supports major points with strong arguments and/or reliable authorities (citations)Writing Style (48 points)clear, concise, and energeticsmooth transitions…