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Graduate Paragraph Assignment Instructions
Overview
This assignment provides you with the opportunity to practice graduate writing skills. You will use APA format and a professional voice. You will provide a summary, personal perspective, and biblical analysis of an article.
Instructions
Please keep in mind that Liberty University uses artificial intelligence-detecting software. It detects the use of programs such as Grammarly, Google, ChatGPT, and many others. The use of artificial intelligence aids will result in earning zeros on assignments and sometimes an “F” in a course. The Department of Social Work realizes that many of you may be returning to school after many years or do not consider yourselves wonderful writers. Liberty University has an Online Writing Center to help you grow in your writing competency. We encourage you to use this resource.
First Watch in Modules 3 & 4: 1) Anatomy of a Research Journal Article, 2) Anatomy of a Journal Article Video, and 3) Best Practices in Graduate Writing
Next, take the Graduate Writing Quiz.
The watch items and quiz will help prepare you for this writing assignment.
Next, read Trammel et al. (2020), which is a read item in this module.
Next, using the Graduate Paragraph Template and the principles from the Best Practices in Graduate Writing Watch item , complete the chart, and write a 325 to 450-word graduate-level paper about the article in 3 paragraphs. The assignment will have an APA-style cover page and an APA-style reference page.
This paper will contain the following.
· A chart with some details of the study conducted by Trammel et al. (2020)
· A summary of the study conducted by Trammel et al. (2020)
· A biblical analysis of the topic. Compare the findings of the study to biblical principles
· Your personal views on the findings of the study including implications for you as a social work practitioner (use first person and personal examples)
· One sentence from Trammel et al. (2020) that contains a short quotation with an APA citation, which enhances the quality of the paragraph
· At least one in-text citation for a sentence that contains a paraphrase reflecting the intent of Trammel et al. (2020)
· At least one in-text citation for the biblical principle or verse(s) used to analyze the topic
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
GraduateParagraphTemplate1.docx
Running head: TITLE OF PAPER 1
1
GRADUATE PARAGRAPH
Graduate Paragraph Assignment
Name
School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University
Author Note
Name
I have no known conflict of interest to disclose.
Correspondence concerning this article should be addressed to Name
Email: xxx@liberty.edu
Delete everything in red and replace with applicable material.
Graduate Paragraph Assignment
Complete this Chart
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Questions |
Information Bullets are fine No need for full sentences |
Page, Paragraph, or Section Number(s) where Information was Found |
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What was the purpose of the study? |
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Who were the participants? |
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What did the participants do and for how long? |
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What was measured, how was it measured, and when was it measured? |
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What were the results? |
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How were the results determined? |
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The body of the paper is to be written in double-spaced, 12-point, Times New Roman font.
The Study
Use the information from the chart to write a summary of the study in one paragraph. .
Biblical Comparison
In one paragraph, compare the study to biblical principles.
Personal Views
In one paragraph, discuss your personal views in relation to the findings of study.
References
Remember to alphabetize this list
Cite whatever Bible version or biblical resource you use.
Use this as a resource for proper citation if you cite from the Bible and/or another book: https://libguides.liberty.edu/c.php?g=1036190&p=7511541
Cite the journal article
Author last name, initials, Last name, initial, & Last name, initial. (year). Name of article (first word capitalized and work after the ‘:’). Journal Name Italicized, volume number italicized(issue number inside parentheses), page numbers. https://doi.org/number/number
Journal article information:
Authors: Trammel, R.C., Park, G., & Karlsson, I.
Year: 2020
Title: Religiously Oriented Mindfulness for Social Workers: Effects on Mindfulness, Heart Rate Variability, and Personal Burnout (remember to capitalize this according to APA format)
Journal Name: Journal of Religion and Spirituality in Social Work: Social Thought
Volume Number: 40
Issue Number: 1
Page Numbers: 19-38
Doi: https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2020.1818358
GraduateParagraphGradingRubric1.pdf
Criteria Ratings Points
Content: Chart
20 to >17 pts
Advanced
The paper met or exceeded the assignment requirements and followed the template well for this section. The chart was accurately completed with relevant information, including where the information was found.
17 to >16 pts
Proficient
The paper mostly met assignment the requirements and generally followed the template well for this section. The chart was generally accurately completed with mostly relevant information, including where the information was found.
16 to >0 pts
Developing
The paper minimally met the assignment requirements and minimally followed the template for this section. The chart may be incomplete, be inaccurate, and/or contain irrelevant information. Where the information was found may not have been included.
0 pts
Not Present
20 pts
Content: Study Summary
25 to >22 pts
Advanced
The paper met or exceeded the assignment requirements and followed the template well for this section. A one-paragraph 150 to 200-word summary of the article was excellent and accurate. A strong direct quotation from the article that enhances the section's quality has been effectively and accurately integrated into the section. The article was cited properly or close to properly in-text and on the reference page.
22 to >20 pts
Proficient
The paper mostly met assignment requirements and generally followed the template for this section. A one-paragraph 150 to 200-word summary of the article was good and mostly accurate. A direct quotation from the article enhanced the section's quality and was integrated into the section relatively well. The article was cited mostly properly in-text and on the reference page.
20 to >0 pts
Developing
The paper minimally met assignment requirements and minimally followed the template for this section. One or more of the following were present. A one-paragraph 150 to 200-word summary of the article needed multiple corrections. A direct quotation from the article was non-existent or poorly integrated into the section. The article was improperly cited or may not have been cited in-text and on the reference page.
0 pts
Not Present
25 pts
Graduate Paragraph Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Points
Content: Biblical Comparison
25 to >22 pts
Advanced
The paper met or exceeded the assignment requirements and followed the template well for this section. A 100 to 150-word one-paragraph biblical comparison was excellent and accurate. A biblical perspective with citation was effectively and accurately integrated into this section. The Bible/biblical resource was cited properly or close to properly in-text and on the reference page.
22 to >20 pts
Proficient
The paper mostly met assignment requirements and generally followed the template for this section. A 100 to 150-word one-paragraph biblical comparison was accurate and well-developed. A biblical perspective was accurately integrated into the section. The Bible/biblical resource was cited somewhat properly in-text and on the reference page.
20 to >0 pts
Developing
The paper minimally met assignment requirements and minimally followed the template for this section. One or more of the following were present. A one-paragraph 100 to 150-word biblical comparison needed further development. A biblical perspective was not present or could use further development. The Bible/biblical resource may have been improperly cited or may not have been cited in-text and on the reference page.
0 pts
Not Present
25 pts
Content: Personal Views
14 to >12 pts
Advanced
The paper met or exceeded the assignment requirements and followed the template well for this section. A 75 to 100-word one-paragraph personal views section connected well to the prompts and study. A degree of depth and personal analysis was conveyed.
12 to >11 pts
Proficient
The paper mostly met assignment requirements and generally followed the template well for this section. A 75 to 100-word one-paragraph personal views section connected well to the prompts and study.
11 to >0 pts
Developing
The paper minimally met assignment requirements and somewhat followed the template for this section. A 75 to 100-word one-paragraph personal views section connected somewhat to the prompts and study.
0 pts
Not Present
14 pts
Graduate Paragraph Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Points
Structure: APA Format
12 to >10 pts
Advanced
Paper met or exceeded structure expectations, with only 2 or less areas needing correction in APA format. The in-text citations and reference page entries for the Bible/biblical resource and journal article made use of proper APA format. The title and reference page were properly integrated with the correct content. Demonstration of the APA tips from Watch item Best Practices in Graduate Writing was present.
10 to >9 pts
Proficient
Paper mostly met structure expectations, with less than 5 areas needing correction in APA format. The in-text citations and reference page entries for the Bible/biblical resource and journal article generally made use of proper APA format. The title and reference page were generally properly integrated with the correct content. Some evidence of the APA tips from the Watch item: Best Practices in Graduate Writing was present.
9 to >0 pts
Developing
Paper minimally met structure expectations, with 5 or more areas needing correction in APA format. The in-text citations and reference page entries for the bible/biblical resource and journal article made improper use of APA format. The title and/or reference page may not have been properly integrated with the correct content. Evidence of the incorporation of the APA tips from the Watch item Best Practices in Graduate Writing is needed.
0 pts
Not Present
12 pts
Structure: Grammar and Spelling
12 to >10 pts
Advanced
Paper met or exceeded structure expectations, with less than 2 areas needing correction in grammar and/or spelling.
10 to >9 pts
Proficient
Paper is mostly met structure expectations, with 2 areas needing correction in grammar and/or spelling.
9 to >0 pts
Developing
Paper needs further development to meet structure expectations with 3 or more areas needing correction in grammar and/or spelling.
0 pts
Not Present
12 pts
Structure: Structure, Organization, Flow
12 to >10 pts
Advanced
Paper met or exceeded expectations in structure, organization, and flow, providing a congruent paper that is easy to follow and read. No corrections are needed. The narrative section of the paper is 300 to 400 words and three paragraphs. Best Practices in Graduate Writing was demonstrated.
10 to >9 pts
Proficient
Paper mostly met expectations with structure, flow, and organization, providing a generally congruent paper that is typically easy to follow and read. Some corrections are needed. The body of the paper is completed in three paragraphs and 300 to 400 words. Best Practices in Graduate Writing was demonstrated.
9 to >0 pts
Developing
Paper needs further development to meet expectations with structure, flow, and organization. The provided text is an often incongruent paper that is not always easy to follow and read. Many corrections are needed. The body of the paper may be completed in more or less than three paragraphs and outside of the word count requirements.
0 pts
Not Present
12 pts
Graduate Paragraph Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Points
Total Points: 120
Graduate Paragraph Grading Rubric
GraduateParagraphAssignmentInstructions1.docx
SOWK 500
Graduate Paragraph Assignment Instructions
Overview
This assignment provides you with the opportunity to practice graduate writing skills. You will use APA format and a professional voice. You will provide a summary, personal perspective, and biblical analysis of an article.
Instructions
Please keep in mind that Liberty University uses artificial intelligence-detecting software. It detects the use of programs such as Grammarly, Google, ChatGPT, and many others. The use of artificial intelligence aids will result in earning zeros on assignments and sometimes an “F” in a course. The Department of Social Work realizes that many of you may be returning to school after many years or do not consider yourselves wonderful writers. Liberty University has an Online Writing Center to help you grow in your writing competency. We encourage you to use this resource.
First Watch in Modules 3 & 4: 1) Anatomy of a Research Journal Article, 2) Anatomy of a Journal Article Video, and 3) Best Practices in Graduate Writing
Next, take the Graduate Writing Quiz.
The watch items and quiz will help prepare you for this writing assignment.
Next, read Trammel et al. (2020), which is a read item in this module.
Next, using the Graduate Paragraph Template and the principles from the Best Practices in Graduate Writing Watch item , complete the chart, and write a 325 to 450-word graduate-level paper about the article in 3 paragraphs. The assignment will have an APA-style cover page and an APA-style reference page.
This paper will contain the following.
· A chart with some details of the study conducted by Trammel et al. (2020)
· A summary of the study conducted by Trammel et al. (2020)
· A biblical analysis of the topic. Compare the findings of the study to biblical principles
· Your personal views on the findings of the study including implications for you as a social work practitioner (use first person and personal examples)
· One sentence from Trammel et al. (2020) that contains a short quotation with an APA citation, which enhances the quality of the paragraph
· At least one in-text citation for a sentence that contains a paraphrase reflecting the intent of Trammel et al. (2020)
· At least one in-text citation for the biblical principle or verse(s) used to analyze the topic
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
GraduateParagraphTemplate1.docx
Running head: TITLE OF PAPER 1
1
GRADUATE PARAGRAPH
Graduate Paragraph Assignment
Name
School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University
Author Note
Name
I have no known conflict of interest to disclose.
Correspondence concerning this article should be addressed to Name
Email: xxx@liberty.edu
Delete everything in red and replace with applicable material.
Graduate Paragraph Assignment
Complete this Chart
|
Questions |
Information Bullets are fine No need for full sentences |
Page, Paragraph, or Section Number(s) where Information was Found |
|
What was the purpose of the study? |
|
|
|
Who were the participants? |
|
|
|
What did the participants do and for how long? |
|
|
|
What was measured, how was it measured, and when was it measured? |
|
|
|
What were the results? |
|
|
|
How were the results determined? |
|
|
The body of the paper is to be written in double-spaced, 12-point, Times New Roman font.
The Study
Use the information from the chart to write a summary of the study in one paragraph. .
Biblical Comparison
In one paragraph, compare the study to biblical principles.
Personal Views
In one paragraph, discuss your personal views in relation to the findings of study.
References
Remember to alphabetize this list
Cite whatever Bible version or biblical resource you use.
Use this as a resource for proper citation if you cite from the Bible and/or another book: https://libguides.liberty.edu/c.php?g=1036190&p=7511541
Cite the journal article
Author last name, initials, Last name, initial, & Last name, initial. (year). Name of article (first word capitalized and work after the ‘:’). Journal Name Italicized, volume number italicized(issue number inside parentheses), page numbers. https://doi.org/number/number
Journal article information:
Authors: Trammel, R.C., Park, G., & Karlsson, I.
Year: 2020
Title: Religiously Oriented Mindfulness for Social Workers: Effects on Mindfulness, Heart Rate Variability, and Personal Burnout (remember to capitalize this according to APA format)
Journal Name: Journal of Religion and Spirituality in Social Work: Social Thought
Volume Number: 40
Issue Number: 1
Page Numbers: 19-38
Doi: https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2020.1818358
GraduateParagraphGradingRubric1.pdf
Criteria Ratings Points
Content: Chart
20 to >17 pts
Advanced
The paper met or exceeded the assignment requirements and followed the template well for this section. The chart was accurately completed with relevant information, including where the information was found.
17 to >16 pts
Proficient
The paper mostly met assignment the requirements and generally followed the template well for this section. The chart was generally accurately completed with mostly relevant information, including where the information was found.
16 to >0 pts
Developing
The paper minimally met the assignment requirements and minimally followed the template for this section. The chart may be incomplete, be inaccurate, and/or contain irrelevant information. Where the information was found may not have been included.
0 pts
Not Present
20 pts
Content: Study Summary
25 to >22 pts
Advanced
The paper met or exceeded the assignment requirements and followed the template well for this section. A one-paragraph 150 to 200-word summary of the article was excellent and accurate. A strong direct quotation from the article that enhances the section's quality has been effectively and accurately integrated into the section. The article was cited properly or close to properly in-text and on the reference page.
22 to >20 pts
Proficient
The paper mostly met assignment requirements and generally followed the template for this section. A one-paragraph 150 to 200-word summary of the article was good and mostly accurate. A direct quotation from the article enhanced the section's quality and was integrated into the section relatively well. The article was cited mostly properly in-text and on the reference page.
20 to >0 pts
Developing
The paper minimally met assignment requirements and minimally followed the template for this section. One or more of the following were present. A one-paragraph 150 to 200-word summary of the article needed multiple corrections. A direct quotation from the article was non-existent or poorly integrated into the section. The article was improperly cited or may not have been cited in-text and on the reference page.
0 pts
Not Present
25 pts
Graduate Paragraph Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Points
Content: Biblical Comparison
25 to >22 pts
Advanced
The paper met or exceeded the assignment requirements and followed the template well for this section. A 100 to 150-word one-paragraph biblical comparison was excellent and accurate. A biblical perspective with citation was effectively and accurately integrated into this section. The Bible/biblical resource was cited properly or close to properly in-text and on the reference page.
22 to >20 pts
Proficient
The paper mostly met assignment requirements and generally followed the template for this section. A 100 to 150-word one-paragraph biblical comparison was accurate and well-developed. A biblical perspective was accurately integrated into the section. The Bible/biblical resource was cited somewhat properly in-text and on the reference page.
20 to >0 pts
Developing
The paper minimally met assignment requirements and minimally followed the template for this section. One or more of the following were present. A one-paragraph 100 to 150-word biblical comparison needed further development. A biblical perspective was not present or could use further development. The Bible/biblical resource may have been improperly cited or may not have been cited in-text and on the reference page.
0 pts
Not Present
25 pts
Content: Personal Views
14 to >12 pts
Advanced
The paper met or exceeded the assignment requirements and followed the template well for this section. A 75 to 100-word one-paragraph personal views section connected well to the prompts and study. A degree of depth and personal analysis was conveyed.
12 to >11 pts
Proficient
The paper mostly met assignment requirements and generally followed the template well for this section. A 75 to 100-word one-paragraph personal views section connected well to the prompts and study.
11 to >0 pts
Developing
The paper minimally met assignment requirements and somewhat followed the template for this section. A 75 to 100-word one-paragraph personal views section connected somewhat to the prompts and study.
0 pts
Not Present
14 pts
Graduate Paragraph Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Points
Structure: APA Format
12 to >10 pts
Advanced
Paper met or exceeded structure expectations, with only 2 or less areas needing correction in APA format. The in-text citations and reference page entries for the Bible/biblical resource and journal article made use of proper APA format. The title and reference page were properly integrated with the correct content. Demonstration of the APA tips from Watch item Best Practices in Graduate Writing was present.
10 to >9 pts
Proficient
Paper mostly met structure expectations, with less than 5 areas needing correction in APA format. The in-text citations and reference page entries for the Bible/biblical resource and journal article generally made use of proper APA format. The title and reference page were generally properly integrated with the correct content. Some evidence of the APA tips from the Watch item: Best Practices in Graduate Writing was present.
9 to >0 pts
Developing
Paper minimally met structure expectations, with 5 or more areas needing correction in APA format. The in-text citations and reference page entries for the bible/biblical resource and journal article made improper use of APA format. The title and/or reference page may not have been properly integrated with the correct content. Evidence of the incorporation of the APA tips from the Watch item Best Practices in Graduate Writing is needed.
0 pts
Not Present
12 pts
Structure: Grammar and Spelling
12 to >10 pts
Advanced
Paper met or exceeded structure expectations, with less than 2 areas needing correction in grammar and/or spelling.
10 to >9 pts
Proficient
Paper is mostly met structure expectations, with 2 areas needing correction in grammar and/or spelling.
9 to >0 pts
Developing
Paper needs further development to meet structure expectations with 3 or more areas needing correction in grammar and/or spelling.
0 pts
Not Present
12 pts
Structure: Structure, Organization, Flow
12 to >10 pts
Advanced
Paper met or exceeded expectations in structure, organization, and flow, providing a congruent paper that is easy to follow and read. No corrections are needed. The narrative section of the paper is 300 to 400 words and three paragraphs. Best Practices in Graduate Writing was demonstrated.
10 to >9 pts
Proficient
Paper mostly met expectations with structure, flow, and organization, providing a generally congruent paper that is typically easy to follow and read. Some corrections are needed. The body of the paper is completed in three paragraphs and 300 to 400 words. Best Practices in Graduate Writing was demonstrated.
9 to >0 pts
Developing
Paper needs further development to meet expectations with structure, flow, and organization. The provided text is an often incongruent paper that is not always easy to follow and read. Many corrections are needed. The body of the paper may be completed in more or less than three paragraphs and outside of the word count requirements.
0 pts
Not Present
12 pts
Graduate Paragraph Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Points
Total Points: 120
Graduate Paragraph Grading Rubric