term

Points Range: 0 (0%) - 5 (5%)

Points Range: 6 (6%) - 6 (6%)

Points Range: 7 (7%) - 7 (7%)

Points Range: 8 (8%) - 8 (8%)

Points Range: 9 (9%) - 10 (10%)

Introduction and Thesis

Statement

The introduction is not included or offers no clear identification of the main topic or structure of the paper. Thesis statement is incomplete, unfocused, and/or missing.

The introduction attempts to lead to the main topic but may not adequately present the structure of the paper. Thesis statement attempts to state the paper’s purpose in a single sentence, but it needs improvement in clarity, focus, and/ or conciseness.

The introduction somewhat leads to the main topic but may need some

clarification; it

somewhat adequately presents the structure of the paper. Thesis statement states the paper’s purpose in a single sentence, but it needs improvement.

The introduction leads to the main topic and presents the structure of the paper. Thesis statement somewhat clearly states the paper’s purpose in a single sentence.

The introduction is engaging, leads to the main topic, and presents the structure of the paper. Thesis statement clearly and concisely states the paper’s purpose in a single sentence that is engaging and thoughtprovoking.

Total Points

Points Range: 0 (0%) - 14 (14%)

Points Range:

15 (15%) -

17 (17%)

Points Range:

18 (18%) -

19 (19%)

Points Range:

20 (20%) -

22 (22%)

Points Range:

23 (23%) -

25 (25%)

Review of Literature

A literature review is present, but ideas are not always connected, do not flow, and may not be related to the topic. There

is little to no analysis or synthesis of ideas. Quotations may often be used instead of summaries or synthesis of ideas.

The literature review is present; however, analysis or synthesis of all materials needs improvement. Transitions and flow may be somewhat choppy. Some quotations are used instead of summaries or synthesis of ideas.

The literature review is present, but analysis or synthesis of some materials may need improvement. Transitions and flow could be improved. Some quotations are used instead of summaries or synthesis of ideas.

The literature review is present, but analysis or synthesis of one

or two materials may be somewhat lacking. Transition and flow may not always be perfectly smooth. Quoted materials are used only when the specific wording is itself crucial to conveying an author’s point of view.

The literature review is present and presents a critical analysis and synthesis of the existing research. Transition and flow are smooth. Quoted materials are used only when the specific wording is itself crucial to conveying an author’s point of view.

Total Points

Points Range: 0 (0%) - 8 (8%)

Points Range: 9 (9%) - 10 (10%)

Points Range:

11 (11%) -

11 (11%)

Points Range:

12 (12%) -

13 (13%)

Points Range:

14 (14%) -

15 (15%)

References

The majority of sources used are not academically reliable.

Reference entries and in-text citations follow

APA formatting guidelines, but many errors are present.

Some peerreviewed papers are used along with nonacademically reliable sources. Reference entries and in-text citations follow

APA formatting guidelines, although some errors may be present. Many materials listed are cited and vice versa.

Most sources used are peerreviewed papers, though two or more sources are not academically reliable.

Reference entries and intext citations follow APA formatting guidelines and are usually correct. Most materials listed are cited and vice versa.

The number of sources meets the assignment requirements, and all but one source is a peerreviewed paper. Reference entries and intext citations follow APA formatting guidelines and are mostly correct. All materials listed are cited and vice versa.

The number of sources meets or exceeds the assignment requirements. Every source used is peerreviewed or academic in nature.

Reference entries and intext citations follow APA formatting guidelines and are free of errors. All materials listed are cited and vice versa.

Total Points

Points Range: 0 (0%) - 11 (11%)

Points Range:

12 (12%) -

13 (13%)

Points Range:

14 (14%) -

15 (15%)

Points Range:

16 (16%) -

17 (17%)

Points Range:

18 (18%) -

20 (20%)

Research Method

The research method is not entirely supported by recent literature, or appropriate statistical analysis is not appropriate for the topic or is not feasible.

The research method is

somewhat

justified by similar and recent studies and seems to be confirmed via statistical analysis when appropriate to the research question, but it may not be feasible or justifiable in all respects.

The research method is generally justified by similar and recent studies and seems to be

confirmed via statistical

analysis when appropriate to the research question, but it may have elements that could be improved.

The research method is justified by similar and recent studies and confirmed

via statistical analysis when appropriate to the research question, but it may have elements that could be improved.

The research method is justified by similar and recent studies and confirmed

via statistical analysis when appropriate to the research question.

Total Points

Points Range: 0 (0%) - 11 (11%)

Points Range:

12 (12%) -

13 (13%)

Points Range:

14 (14%) -

15 (15%)

Points Range:

16 (16%) -

17 (17%)

Points Range:

18 (18%) -

20 (20%)

Result and

Summary

Results are missing or incorrect data is provided; many elements may be missing, incorrect, and/or lack analysis. Errors of experimentation may be incorrect or absent. A summary is missing; if present, it fails to review or summarize key points and provide a smooth

transition to the next section.

All data is recorded and organized somewhat clearly. Some visible observations may be missing. Analysis of data is provided but may contain some errors. Some errors of experimentation are provided. A summary is

present, but review/summary may be missing a few key points and transitions may lack smoothness.

All data is recorded and organized fairly clearly. Many visible observations are provided. Analysis of data is provided but may contain a few errors. Errors of experimentation are provided. A summary is

present, but review/summary may be missing one or two key points.

Transitions may need some improvement.

All data is recorded and organized fairly clearly. Most or all visible observations are provided. Analysis of data is provided but may contain one or two errors. Errors of experimentation are provided. A summary is

present, but review/summary of key points and/or transitions may need some improvement.

All data is recorded and organized in a clear manner. All visible observations are provided, along with complete and correct analysis of data. Errors of experimentation are provided. A summary is present that reviews or summarizes key points and provides a smooth transition between sections.

Total Points

Points Range:

0 (0%) - 5 (5%)

Points Range:

6 (6%) - 6 (6%)

Points Range:

7 (7%) - 7 (7%)

Points Range:

8 (8%) - 8 (8%)

Points Range: 9 (9%) - 10 (10%)

Grammar and Format

Writing lacks clarity and conciseness. Significant problems with sentence structure and grammar. Numerous major and/or minor errors in punctuation and spelling. Research paper format is not used, or appropriate format is used, but several elements are missing or incorrect. A lack of formatting control is apparent.

Writing lacks clarity or conciseness. Minor problems with sentence

structure and some grammatical errors. Several minor errors in punctuation and spelling.

Appropriate research paper format is used. APA formatting is generally correct, although four to five minor errors may be present.

Writing is fairly clear and concise. Minor errors in sentence structure and grammar may be present. Few minor errors are evident in punctuation and/ or spelling. Appropriate research paper format is used. There are a few minor errors in formatting according to

APA guidelines.

Writing is mostly clear and concise. Sentence structure and grammar are strong and mostly correct. Few minor errors are evident in punctuation and/ or spelling. Appropriate research paper format is fully used. There are one-three minor errors in formatting according to APA guidelines.

Writing is clear and concise. Sentence structure and grammar are excellent. Correct use of punctuation. No spelling errors. Appropriate research paper format is fully used, and all formatting of the paper is correct according to APA guidelines.

Total Points