biology lab report

BSC 2011L – General Biology II Lab Report Rubric

Section Points:

Cover Page Does the cover page have an informative title? Is all information (name, section, etc.) included?

2

Abstract

Does the abstract reflect the entirety of the paper, including methods, results and limitations? Is the abstract on its own page? Is the abstract length adequate (1 paragraph, 200-250 words)?

7

Introduction

Is the topic clearly introduced and well researched? Is the purpose of the experiment explained? Is there a hypothesis? Is the introduction at least 2 pages long?

20

Methods Are the procedures correct? Are all steps included? Is this section a past-tense narrative (NOT in bullet points)?

6

Results

Are the observations clearly explained? Are there relevant pictures/graphs/tables included, and if so, is there a description under each? Are results analyzed in this section? (they should NOT be).

10

Discussion

Are the purpose and hypothesis restated? Are the results well discussed? Are real-world applications and significance of findings included? Are limitations and sources of error evaluated, and are solutions provided for these?

25

Organization/ Format

Is paper in APA format? Is the information clear and concise? Does the paper flow and transition well, with no jumping between topics?

10

Language/ Grammar

Is there proper grammar, spelling and paraphrasing? Are sentences structured properly? 8

In-Text Citations Are in-text citations consistently and properly formatted in APA? Was each source cited at least once in the paper?

6

Bibliography Are sources properly formatted in APA? Are there 10 sources, 5 of which are primary sources? 6