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Research Paper Course: WRTG 112 A324 Academic Writing II (2228)

Content Complete Incomplete Absent

Paper addresses a research question

examining a current issue or event in

the news from the perspective of the

student's field of study.

Terms are defined and background

information is provided, making the

paper the paper accessible to an

audience of people who are generally

educated but do not have extensive

knowledge of the student's field or

topic.

A thesis statement expresses a position

in response to the research

topic/question.

The paper supports the thesis

statement using arguments and

evidence.

14 points 12 points 0 points

60 points 45 points 0 points

Organization Complete Incomplete Absent

Paper begins with an introductory

paragraph that orients readers to the

topic and states the writer's position or

central claim in a thesis statement.

Body of paper is composed of focused

paragraphs that begin with topic

sentences and use transitions as

needed.

Paper ends with a concluding paragraph

that reiterates the thesis, summarizes

key points of the paper, and leaves the

reader with the "So what?"

15 points 12 points 0 points

Language Choices Complete Incomplete Absent

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Style, including point of view

Readability

14 points

Language choices employed result in a

consistent writing style that appears

purposeful

12 points

Language choices employed approach a

consistent writing style that appears

purposeful

0 points

Language choices employed do not result

in any consistent style

14 points

Language choices employed promote

readability

12 points

Language choices employed result in

readability with some difficulty

0 points

Language choices employed hinder

readability

Sources and Documentation Complete Incomplete Absent

Six sources, including at least three

scholarly journal articles

Seventh source, cited in text and on

reference list

Eighth source, cited in text and on

reference list

Sources are of appropriate reliability,

currency, and level of

information/analysis.

APA-style in-text citations

APA-style reference list

Sources are woven into the paper with

transitions, introductions, and/or

follow-up comments.

17.5 points 15 points 0 points

26.25 points 14 points 0 points

17.5 points 15 points 0 points

Length and Format Competent Incomplete Absent

Format: title page; 1-inch margins,

double-spaced, clear 10-12 point font

Length is at least 2000 words

10.5 points 7.5 points 0 points

Reflection Questions Answered Competent Absent

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Total

Overall Score

What were your personal goals for the

assignment?

What were your intentions regarding your

language choices?

What are you proud of in your work on this

assignment?

Where were you challenged and/or need

additional support from your instructor?

3.5 points 0 points

A (315-350) 315 points minimum

B (280-314) 280 points minimum

C (245-279) 245 points minimum

D (210-244) 210 points minimum

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