Portland based motivation project paper and presentation

Applied Motivation Group Project Rubric Author Names: Organization:

Criteria Grade Theory and Application (65 points) − Introduction (5 points)

(Give your readers some background of your consulting: Why is this proposal necessary/important? Why does your client need your consulting/expertise?)

− Problem diagnosis (briefly describe your interview results and analyze the current motivational status and possible motivational barriers/problems of the members of the club/unit or your individual client you are consulting) (10 points) ü You need to use original points/comments (e.g., quotes) from your

interviews (e.g., data) to support your diagnosis; use pseudonyms for your interviewees

− Application of theoretical background to the selected topic (15 points) ü Appropriate and accurate interpretation of your target motivation

theory(ies); (concepts and theoretical models/mechanisms); ü Cite the original theorists for the theory(ies) used; ü Clearly explain the appropriateness of applying the target theory(ies) in

the context of your consulting (which motivational mechanism(s) will help solve your clients' problem(s); why?)

− Integration of empirical evidence (15 points) (e.g., description of the study such as study sample, method, and conclusions; describe the connection between this study and your consulting; describe how this study is appropriate evidence, in terms of being consistent with the theory(ies) chosen and being applicable to your consulting situations)

− Quality of solutions (20 points) (e.g., the quality of the proposed solutions in terms of their specificity, feasibility, and their connection with the theory/evidence discussed)

Structure (20 points) − Abstract (5 points): Need to mention all components of the paper (background,

problems, theory, and solution); it is similar to the executive summary of a project report.

− Reference list (5 points): Minimum 1 reference about your theory and 1 reference about your empirical evidence other than Reeve (2009)

− Follows APA’s publication rules & style – 6th Edition (5 points) (e.g., title at the top of the 1st page of the body, cite interview notes in-text, in- text references to scholarly work, typed, Times New Roman font, 12pt font, double spaced, and 1' for margins)

− Interview notes (Typed AND Attached) (5 points)

PSY 345 – Motivation Yang/Allen

Quality of Writing (10 points)

− Avoids technical errors (5 points) (e.g., punctuation, spelling, singular-plural agreement, subject-verb agreement, etc.)

− Uses clear and well-organized prose/structure (5 points) (e.g., uses structured paragraphs and subheadings if appropriate, logical flow, no single sentence or run-on paragraphs)

Group Responsibilities Allocation Sheet (5 points) Total (100 points): Other Comments:

PSY 345 – Motivation Yang/Allen