| Criterion |
Description |
Points |
| Purpose |
The Internal Memo clearly instructs the recipient what to do or know. Important information is front loaded and its relevance to the recipient group is apparent. |
0–4 |
| Audience |
The Internal memo is primarily for employees (all or a specific group) but remains sensitive to appropriate secondary audiences. The language reflects the appropriate relationship between sender and recipient. |
0–4 |
| Context |
The Internal Memo clarifies the issue accurately in a way that is appropriate for the audience and purpose. |
0–4 |
| Structure |
The Internal Memo is concise and logically arranged into segments (with headers where appropriate). |
0–4 |
| Format & Mechanics |
The Internal Memo contains expected formal elements, including a header, body, valediction (or sign off), and a statement of any appended documents, and reflects the conventions of Edited American English. |
0–4 |
Total: ___ / 20 |
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