Progress Report

Memo Format

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Exceeds Expectations

Memo format is exceptionally clean and professional. Layout reflects a high degree of polish and consistency.

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Meets Expectations

Follows standard memo format with correct use of spacing, memo headers, document title, and page numbers. Layout is clean and appropriate.

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Almost Meets Expectations

Follows memo format with some lapses in spacing, header structure, or layout.

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Needs Work to Meet Expectations

Memo format is inconsistent or improperly applied, making the document hard to follow.

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Missing

Memo format not used or incorrect.

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Document Design

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Exceeds Expectations

Design elements (headings, subheadings, bullets, spacing, font, color, visuals) are intentionally applied to enhance reader engagement, clarity, and accessibility. Shows creativity without sacrificing professionalism.

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Meets Expectations

Uses design elements (e.g. headings, bullets, spacing, font, color, boxes) effectively to support readability and organization.

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Almost Meets Expectations

Some design elements used, but inconsistently or with minimal effect.

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Needs Work to Meet Expectations

Minimal or poor design choices that hinder readability.

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Missing

No attention to design; lacks visual structure.

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Introduction

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Exceeds Expectations

Introduction is concise, well-organized, and rhetorically savvy. Clearly frames the project and report purpose while engaging the reader with thoughtful context.

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Meets Expectations

Provides all required elements: purpose statement and overview of the Recommendation Report project and progress to date.

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Almost Meets Expectations

Most elements are present, but one or two are unclear or missing.

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Needs Work to Meet Expectations

Several required elements are missing or unclear.

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Missing

Introduction missing or lacks required elements.

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Work Completed

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Exceeds Expectations

Goes beyond task summary by incorporating team insights, analysis, or unexpected developments. Paragraphs are specific, well-organized, and connected to project goals.

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Meets Expectations

Summarizes completed work with specific, concrete details. Organized with subheadings and task-based structure. May include visual elements that demonstrate progress.

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Almost Meets Expectations

Summary includes general tasks but lacks depth, clarity, or strong organization.

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Needs Work to Meet Expectations

Work completed section is vague or poorly structured.

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Missing

Section missing or provides no meaningful information.

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Work Scheduled

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Exceeds Expectations

Future tasks are fully developed and thoughtfully sequenced. Gantt Chart is integrated, polished, and used as a genuine planning tool. Includes proactive measures or contingencies.

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Meets Expectations

Summarizes upcoming work with timeframes, structure, and logical sequence. Gantt Chart included and aligns with plan.

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Almost Meets Expectations

Outlines future work with some detail, but may be vague or uneven. Gantt Chart is present but underdeveloped.

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Needs Work to Meet Expectations

Future work section is vague or disorganized. Gantt Chart is weak.

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Missing

Section and/or Gantt Chart missing.

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Conclusion

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Exceeds Expectations

Offers thoughtful reflection and/or recommendations. Wraps up clearly, professionally, and invites follow-up. Contact info and closing tone are audience-aware and polished.

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Meets Expectations

Summarizes progress and future steps. Includes contact info for follow-up.

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Almost Meets Expectations

Some summary and closing included, but may be vague or formulaic.

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Needs Work to Meet Expectations

Weak or abrupt conclusion with little reflection or detail.

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Missing

Conclusion missing.

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Range

threshold: 5 pts

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5 pts

Full Marks

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0 pts

No Marks

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5 pts

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