Methods Draft Preparation

CRITERIA

NON-PERFORMANCE

BASIC

PROFICIENT

DISTINGUISHED

Describe the methodology of a proposed research study and determine qualitative or quantitative method in relation to the research question. 16%

Does not identify the methodology of a proposed research study.

Identifies the research question but does not identify whether it is qualitative or quantitative method, or misidentifies method.

Describes the methodology of a proposed research study and determines qualitative or quantitative method in relation to the research question.

Describes the methodology of a proposed research study and determines qualitative or quantitative method in relation to the research question. Points to an appropriate method for analysis.

Describe the purpose of a research study and connect purpose to the research question. 12%

Does not identify the purpose of a research study or connect purpose to the research question.

Identifies but does not describe the purpose of a research study or does not connect purpose to the research question.

Describes the purpose of a research study and connects purpose to the research question.

Describes the purpose of a research study; connects purpose to the research question and choice of methodology with support from the literature.

Describe a target population that represents a sampling of the general population in a way that respects diversity, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and gender. 12%

Does not describe a target population that represents a sampling of the general population in a way that respects diversity, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and gender.

Identifies, but does not describe a target population that represents a sampling of the general population in a way that respects diversity, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and gender.

Describes a target population that represents a sampling of the general population in a way that respects diversity, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and gender.

Describes a target population that represents a sampling of the general population in a way that respects diversity. Clearly defines inclusion and exclusion criteria and demonstrates an appreciation of individual differences and diversity in the practice of psychology.

Describe a recruitment strategy that balances diversity with the need for data simplification. 12%

Does not identify a recruitment strategy.

Identifies, but does not describe a recruitment strategy that balances diversity with the need for data simplification.

Describes a recruitment strategy that balances diversity with the need for data simplification.

Describes a recruitment strategy that balances diversity with the need for data simplification; articulates how to approach community members for data collection.

Discuss the potential contribution of the proposed research study, considering pertinent stakeholders and supporting argument of expected results with current literature. 12%

Does not identify the potential contribution of a proposed research study.

Identifies, but does not describe the potential contribution of a proposed research study.

Discusses the potential contribution of a proposed research study, considering pertinent stakeholders and supporting argument of expected results with current literature.

Analyzes the potential contribution of a proposed research study. Draws on current evidence to support argument describing the purpose, which is to answer the research question and solve the research problem. Discusses how anticipated research findings contribute to existing literature and the potential remaining gaps in the literature. Considers pertinent stakeholders.

Describe the application of theoretical and research knowledge to the evaluation of proposed research study outcomes. 12%

Does not identify the application of theoretical or research knowledge to the evaluation of proposed research study outcomes.

Identifies but does not describe the application of theoretical and research knowledge to the evaluation of proposed research study outcomes.

Describes the application of theoretical and research knowledge to the evaluation of proposed research study outcomes.

Describes the application of theoretical and research knowledge to the evaluation of proposed research study outcomes. Distinguishes theory of method and theory of content. Discusses anticipated research findings and potential conclusions. Connects conclusions to a research problem.

Describe the implementation of a proposed research study and address elements of the methodology, such as target population, recruitment strategies, ethical considerations, data-collection procedures, and steps planned for data analysis. 12%

Does not address the implementation of the proposed research study.

Partially describes the implementation of a proposed research study and addresses few elements of the methodology.

Describes the implementation of a proposed research study and address elements of the methodology, such as target population, recruitment strategies, ethical considerations, data-collection procedures, and steps planned for data analysis.

Describes the implementation of the proposed research study, using the research question to address elements of the methodology, such as target population, recruitment strategies, ethical considerations, data-collection procedures, and steps planned for data analysis. Discusses feasibility, challenges, and limitations associated with implementation of the project.

Adhere to APA style and formatting guidelines while demonstrating concise, well-organized writing. 12%

Does not adhere to APA style and formatting guidelines and does not demonstrate concise or well-organized writing.

Partially adheres to APA style and formatting guidelines and demonstrates concise, well-organized writing inconsistently.

Adheres to APA style and formatting guidelines while demonstrating concise, well-organized writing.

Adheres to APA style and formatting guidelines while demonstrating concise, well-organized writing in a way that enhances the message and supporting points; writing reflects the quality and expertise expected for academic work.