Case Study

CASE STUDY GRADING RUBRIC

Criterion Unsatisfactory (0–27)

Needs Improvement (28–39)

Meets Requirements (40–45)

Points Earned

Content and Development Total points for this section: 45 points

Content is incomplete or omits some requirements. Major points are not clear and/or persuasive.

Content is not comprehensive and/or persuasive. Major points are addressed but not well supported.

Research is inadequate or does not address course concepts. Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.

Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive. Major points are stated clearly and are well supported. Research is adequate, timely, and addresses course concepts.

Content and purpose of the writing are clear.

Comments

Criterion Unsatisfactory (0–13)

Needs Improvement (14–19)

Meets Requirements (20–25)

Points Earned

Organization and Structure (10 points) Format: References are properly cited (5 points) Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, and Readability Met Word Count requirement (10 points) Total points for this section: 25 Points

Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer. Introduction is missing.

Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts. The conclusion is missing. ================ Format: Paper lacks many elements of correct formatting. Citations and references are not provided. ================ Paper contains

numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.

The structure of the paper is not easy to follow. Introduction is missing or, if provided, does not preview major points. Paragraph transitions need improvement. The conclusion is missing, or if provided, does not flow from the body of the paper ================ Format: Paper follows most formatting guidelines. Paper provides

citations but they are incorrectly prepared.

Paper provides reference list with

The structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow.

Introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.

Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.

The conclusion is logical and flows from the body of the paper. ================ Format is good. Paper follows

designated guidelines. Citations and references are used appropriately. ================

Language uses jargon or conversational tone. Paper is inadequate

or excessive in length.

some errors or omissions. Citations and

references need to comply with APA format. ================ There are spelling errors. Language lacks

clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone.

Paper is over or under word length.

Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure. Paper is the appropriate

length as described for the assignment. .

Comments

Total Points Earned