American History Opposing Viewpoints Research Project: Part III Instructions

Criteria

Levels of Achievement

Content 70%

Advanced 90-100% (A)

Proficient 70-89% (B-C)

Developing 1-69% (< D)

Not present

Introduction

18-20 Points

Paper includes an introduction that captures attention of the reader with a clear thesis statement.

14-17 Points

Paper includes an introduction that presents the topic with an attempt at a thesis statement, but the direction for the paper may be unclear.

1-13 Points

Paper does not include an introduction or it is unclear where it ends and the paper begins.

0 points

Not present.

Body

43-48 Points

Material is appropriate to the topic, is presented clearly, and is contextually accurate. Paper demonstrates research of sources and a synthesis of information. Opposing viewpoints discovered in the research are conspicuously included. Personal assessments of these viewpoints are included in clear form.

33-42 Points

Material is appropriate to the topic and is contextually accurate. There is some synthesis of information, but a heavy reliance on one source. Opposing viewpoints are mentioned, but in limited form. Personal assessments of these views are discussed, but in limited form.

1-32 Points

Material is unclear or unfocused on a single topic. Historical inaccuracies are apparent in the paper or there is little evidence of research. One source is used throughout the text of the paper. Opposing viewpoints are barely mentioned, if at all. Personal assessments of these views are barely mentioned, if at all.

0 points

Not present.

Conclusion

18-20 Points

Paper includes a clear conclusion that effectively sums up the information in the text.

14-17 Points

Paper includes a conclusion that provides a summary of some information but excludes important aspects.

1-13 Points

Paper does not include a conclusion paragraph.

0 points

Not present.

Structure 30%

Advanced 90-100% (A)

Proficient 70-89% (B-C)

Developing 1-69% (< D)

Not present

Grammar, Mechanics, & Style

9-10 Points

Paragraphs are well-constructed and original. They are proofread to prevent grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

7-8 Points

Paragraphs have some degree of proper construction and are original. There are less than 5 grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

1-6 Points

Paragraphs are poorly constructed with more than 5 grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

0 points

Not present.

Sources

7 Points

At least 3 appropriate sources are included in the bibliography, including 1 book and 1 scholarly article

5-6 Points

2 appropriate sources are included in the bibliography, either book or article is not included

1-4 Points

One appropriate source is used in the bibliography

0 points

Not present.

Format

14-15 Points

Template for the assignment has been utilized and document is written using 12 pt. Times New Roman. All citations are written using proper Turabian style.

10-13 Points

Template for the assignment has been utilized but there are elements that have been changed. There is an attempt to provide citations in current Turabian format, but several errors are evident.

1-9 Points

Paper is not typed in any discernible style and contains multiple fonts. Template for the assignment has not been utilized. There is no attempt to include citations in current Turabian format.

0 points

Not present.

Length

5 Points

Paper meets the length requirement (3 pages). The actual body content of the paper (which excludes the cover page and bibliography page) is at least 800 words.

3-4 Points

Paper is shorter than 2 ½ pages or longer than 4 pages. The actual body content of the paper (which excludes the cover page and bibliography page) is less than 800 words.

1-2 Points

Paper is shorter than 2 pages or longer than 5 pages. The actual body content of the paper (which excludes the cover page and bibliography page) is far below 800 words.

0 points

Not present.