Article/Data Analysis Exercise Assignment
Criteria Ratings Points
Demonstrates content mastery and a well-rounded understanding of the issue
20 to >17.0 pts
Advanced
Article Analysis displays clear content mastery, and relates precisely to the assigned topic. An advanced understanding of the major arguments and the intent of each article is demonstrated. Includes a thoughtful Biblical worldview perspective.
17 to >16.0 pts
Proficient
Article Analysis displays proficiency, and relates to the assigned topic. A good understanding of the major arguments and the intent of each article is demonstrated. Includes a Biblical worldview perspective.
16 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Article Analysis displays a satisfactory, to low satisfactory understanding and application to the assigned topic. Student is still developing the analysis of the major arguments. May not include a biblical worldview perspective.
0 pts
Not Present
20 pts
Articulates a clear Article Analysis of strengths and weakness for each article
13 to >11.0 pts
Advanced
Identifies and effectively critiques all five areas in the instructions. Provides specific evidence/examples from each of the articles to substantiate claims as part of the Article Analysis
11 to >10.0 pts
Proficient
Identifies and effectively critiques some of the five areas in the instructions. Student may lean more towards only providing background information about the article, rather than critiquing its strengths and limitations. Provides some evidence/examples from each of the articles to substantiate claims as part of the Article Analysis.
10 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Does not effectively critiques any or all five areas in the instructions. Student may only provide background information about article; does not offer a critical Article Analysis. Student does not provide specific evidence/examples from each of the articles to substantiate claims as part of the Article Analysis.
0 pts
Not Present
13 pts
Article/Data Analysis Exercise Grading Rubric | CJUS740_B03_202140
Criteria Ratings Points
Provides a through relevant, summary of articles and personal reflection of Article Analysis
20 to >17.0 pts
Advanced
The Article Analysis concludes with a well-developed and critical summary statement of the overall effectiveness of each of the articles. Student uses additional examples from articles to substantiate claims. Student presents a strong personal reflection on the topic and addresses the main objections of the position. The student’s personal position is clearly articulated and appropriate biblical and theological support is integrated.
17 to >16.0 pts
Proficient
The Article Analysis concludes with a summary statement of the overall effectiveness of each of the articles. Student does not use additional examples from articles to substantiate claims. Student presents a good personal reflection on the topic but may not address the main objections of the position. The student’s personal position is articulated and appropriate biblical and theological support is integrated.
16 to >0.0 pts
Developing
The Article Analysis may or may not conclude with a summary statement of the overall effectiveness of each of the articles. Student does not use additional examples from articles to substantiate claims. Student presents an acceptable personal reflection on the topic but may not address the main objections of the position. Biblical and theological support is not integrated.
0 pts
Not Present
20 pts
Grammar and Spelling
12 to >10.0 pts
Advanced
Correct spelling and grammar used throughout Article Analysis. Article Analysis contains no errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
10 to >9.0 pts
Proficient
Article Analysis contains some errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
9 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Article Analysis contains several errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
0 pts
Not Present
12 pts
Article/Data Analysis Exercise Grading Rubric | CJUS740_B03_202140
Criteria Ratings Points
APA Format Compliance
10 to >9.0 pts
Advanced
Minimal errors (1-2) noted in the interpretation or execution of proper APA format. APA formatting elements such as: Title page, abstract, running head, headings/subheadings, font type and size, line spacing, and margins. **APA compliance includes the proper application of in-text citations and a reference list.
9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient
Few errors (3-4) noted in the interpretation or execution of proper APA format. APA formatting elements such as: Title page, abstract, running head, headings/subheadings, font type and size, line spacing, and margins. **APA compliance includes the proper application of in-text citations and a reference list.
7 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Numerous errors (5+) noted in the interpretation or execution of proper APA format. APA formatting elements such as: Title page, abstract, running head, headings/subheadings, font type and size, line spacing, and margins. **APA compliance includes the proper application of in-text citations and a reference list.
0 pts
Not Present
10 pts
Total Points: 75
Article/Data Analysis Exercise Grading Rubric | CJUS740_B03_202140