Research paper
Criteria Ratings Points
Thesis Statement
10 to >9.0 pts
Advanced
Thesis statement is clear, logical, and sets up the focus of the paper.
9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient
Thesis statement is clear and logical, but the purpose is unclear.
7 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Thesis statement is present but lacks clarity, logic, and purpose.
0 pts
Not Present
Thesis statement is unclear or not present in the outline.
10 pts
Research Question(s)/ Issues Being Addressed
10 to >9.0 pts
Advanced
Research questions are clearly stated and capture the full scope of the approach of research effort.
9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient
Research questions are stated but lack full clarity.
7 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Research questions are stated but require more depth to ensure focus.
0 pts
Not Present
Research questions are not stated clearly, and the scope of research is not identified.
10 pts
References 15 to >13.0 pts
Advanced
Minimum of 20 sources, less than 10 years old, are used. All citations follow current APA format with no errors.
13 to >12.0 pts
Proficient
Only 15–19 sources provided. Cited sources include 1–2 errors in current APA format.
12 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Only 10–14 sources provided. Cited sources include 2–4 errors in current APA format.
0 pts
Not Present
Nine or fewer sources are present. Cited sources include 5 or more errors in current APA format.
15 pts
Spelling/ Grammar
10 to >9.0 pts
Advanced
Spelling and grammar are correct.
9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient
Spelling and grammar are mostly correct with only 1–2 errors noted.
7 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Spelling and grammar require further review with 3–6 errors noted.
0 pts
Not Present
Spelling and grammar review is not evident or incomplete; 7 or more errors are noted.
10 pts
Research Project Outline Grading Rubric | BUSI511_D03_202130
Criteria Ratings Points
Outline 5 to >4.0 pts
Advanced
Sections of the paper are determined with estimated space for each section. Sections clearly build on focus from the thesis statement and research questions.
4 to >3.0 pts
Proficient
Sections of the paper are determined with estimated space for each section. Sections appear to build on focus stated in thesis statement but further clarity is needed.
3 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Sections of the paper are determined, but the estimated space for each section is not. Sections mostly build on focus stated in thesis statement.
0 pts
Not Present
Sections of the paper are not clearly determined. Sections do not appear to build on focus stated in thesis statement.
5 pts
Total Points: 50
Research Project Outline Grading Rubric | BUSI511_D03_202130