Business 523

Criteria

Levels of Achievement

Content 70%

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Analyzes the material

40 to 44 points

The topic is clearly presented and discussed in detail. Health care financial theories are thoroughly evaluated and explained. Contextual factors are considered. Key terms are defined. Complex issues are navigated with precision. The text is carefully applied in a contemporary setting.

31 to 39 points

The topic is presented and discussed appropriately. Health care financial theories are evaluated and explained. Contextual factors are considered. Key terms are defined. Complex issues are recognized. The text is applied in a contemporary setting.

1 to 30 points

The topic is unclear or fairly clear but discussed too broadly or does not meet expectations. Health care financial theories are partially evaluated and explained. Contextual factors are weakly considered and lacking in some significant areas. Complex issues are overlooked or handled without care. The application is stretched or not applied.

0 points

Not present.

Synthesizes the topic into a thesis statement

40 to 44 points

The introductory paragraph contains a strong thesis statement and provides an overview of the paper.

31 to 39 points

The introduction paragraph contains a thesis statement.

1 to 30 points

The thesis statement and overview of the paper need improvement.

0 points

Not present.

Evaluates and concludes the information

40 to 44 points

Sources are evaluated critically. The conclusion is strong and clearly summarizes the research presented in the body of the paper.

31 to 39 points

Sources are used correctly. The conclusion summarizes the research presented in the body of the paper.

1 to 30 points Sources are used but not critically evaluated. The conclusion does not adequately summarize the research presented in the body of the paper.

0 points

Not present.

Structure 30%

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Mechanics

17 to 19 points

No grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly and consistently. Writing is precise. Word choice is appropriate.

13 to 16 points

Few grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly. Writing style is sufficient. Word choice is adequate.

1 to 12 points

Several grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used inconsistently. Writing style is understandable but could be improved. Word choice is generally good.

0 points

Numerous spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are misused. Writing style is difficult to understand. Word choice is poor.

APA Format Elements

18 to 20 points

Citations and format are in current APA style. Cover page, Table of Contents, Appendices, and Bibliography are correctly formatted. Paper is double-spaced with 1-inch margins and written in 12 point Times New Roman font.

14 to 17 points

Citations and format are in current APA style with few errors. Cover page, Table of Contents, Appendices, and Bibliography are present with few errors. Paper is double-spaced with 1-inch margins and written in 12 point Times New Roman font.

1 to 13 points

Citations and format are in current APA style though several errors are present. Cover page, Table of Contents, Appendices, and Bibliography are included though several errors are present. Paper is double-spaced, but margins or fonts are incorrect.

0 points

Citations are not formatted correctly. Cover page, Table of Contents, Appendices, and Bibliography are not included or not formatted correctly. Paper is not double-spaced, margins are incorrect, or font is incorrect.

Research Elements

17 to 19 points

Academic primary and secondary materials are used well and include academic materials. Research incorporates multiple viewpoints of complex issues. Arguments are supported with scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles (5 or more). Arguments are correctly supported with research to include Biblical integration.

13 to 16 points

Academic primary and secondary materials are used and include academic journal articles and books (at least 5). Arguments are supported with appropriate research materials. Research is aware of multiple viewpoints of complex issues to include Biblical integration.

1 to 12 points

Academic sources are used though popular sources are also incorporated (fewer than 5). Arguments incorporate research but often include personal opinion without appropriate support. Sources are, at times, not used appropriately. Research is not aware of multiple viewpoints of complex issues. An incomplete or inaccurate bibliography is provided. Biblical integration is minimal.

0 points

Appropriate sources are not used or sources are lacking entirely. Arguments are not supported with research. Opposing viewpoints are dismissed or ignored.

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