Research

Criteria

Levels of Achievement

Content

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Abstract

10 points

An abstract is included that provides a thorough but brief overview of the paper summarizing the main ideas and conclusions in 150-250 words.

8 to 9 points

An abstract is included that mostly provides a brief overview of the paper summarizing some of the main ideas and conclusions in 150-250 words.

1 to 7 points

An abstract is included but missing information and is less than 150 words.

0 points

Not present

Understanding of Theory

16 to 17 points

Solid synopsis of theory is including origination, beliefs about human nature, counseling process, research, compatibility with diverse cultures, and crisis.

13 to 15 points

Proficient synopsis of theory is including origination, beliefs about human nature, counseling process, research, compatibility with diverse cultures, and crisis.

1 to 12 points

Minimal synopsis of theory is including origination, beliefs about human nature, counseling process, research, compatibility with diverse cultures, and crisis.

0 points

Not present

Christian Worldview Compatibility

14 to 15 points

3 compatibilities and 3 incompatibilities with a Christian worldview are addressed.

11 to 13 points

2 compatibilities and 2 incompatibilities with a Christian worldview are addressed. Or 3 of each are listed, but not thoroughly addressed.

1 to 10 points

1 compatibility and 1 incompatibility with a Christian worldview are addressed. Or 2 of each are listed, but not thoroughly addressed.

0 points

Not present

Case Conceptualization

15 to 16 points

Meets expectations at developing a case conceptualization that demonstrates the capacity to formulate a clear understanding of the client’s problem integrating biopsychosocialspiritual information from a theoretical perspective.

12 to 14 points

Emerging ability at developing a case conceptualization that demonstrates the capacity to formulate a clear understanding of the client’s problem integrating biopsychosocialspiritual information from a theoretical perspective.

1 to 11 points

Insufficient at developing a case conceptualization that demonstrates the capacity to formulate a clear understanding of the client’s problem integrating biopsychosocialspiritual information from a theoretical perspective.

0 points

Not present

Theoretical Interventions

16 to 17 points

Meets expectations at selecting 3 theoretical interventions that address the client’s presenting issues and take into account client characteristics. Each intervention was adequately defined and application of the intervention was described. One example for each intervention was provided.

13 to 15 points

Emerging ability at selecting 3 theoretical interventions that address the client’s presenting issues and take into account client characteristics. Interventions were minimally defined and application of the intervention was minimally described. One example for each intervention was provided.

1 to 12 points

Insufficient at selecting interventions that address the client’s presenting issues and take into account client characteristics. Description and application of invention were not sufficient. Examples were partially or not provided.

0 points

Not present

Spiritual Application

14 to 16 points

Meets expectations demonstrating spiritual application.

11 to 13 points

Emerging ability demonstrating spiritual application.

1 to 10 points

Insufficient information or spiritual application.

0 points

Not present

Prognosis/Outcome

14 to 16 points

The expected outcome of using this therapy with the client is thoroughly addressed. The challenging aspects of using this treatment are thoroughly addressed. Referral recommendations are provided.

11 to 13 points

The expected outcome of using this therapy with the client is proficiently addressed. The challenging aspects of using this treatment are proficiently addressed.

1 to 10 points

The expected outcome of using this therapy with the client is minimally addressed. The challenging aspects of using this treatment are minimally addressed.

0 points

Not present

Theoretical Orientation

14 to 16 points

Meets expectations about comparing and contrasting this theory with the student’s own beliefs and values about counseling.

11 to 13 points

Emerging ability to compare and contrast this theory with the student’s own beliefs and values about counseling.

1 to 10 points

Insufficient information comparing and contrasting this theory with the student’s own beliefs and values about counseling.

0 points

Not present

Structure

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Grammar and Spelling, Writing APA

43 to 47 points

The paper is organized in proper APA format. At least 6 academic sources are utilized. The paper is 6-10 pages of content in length, not including title page, abstract, or reference page(s). Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Proper grammar and punctuation are used throughout the paper. Original thought is demonstrated by effectively paraphrasing cited information into own words. In-text citations are appropriately used where applicable. Current APA format is followed.

39 to 42 points

Current APA format is mostly followed. Only 4-5 academic sources are utilized. The content of the paper is 4-5 pages in length. Spelling and grammar are mostly correct. Sentences are mostly complete, clear, and concise. Proper grammar and punctuation are mostly used throughout the paper. Original thought is proficiently demonstrated cited information into own words. Where applicable, references are cited with some APA formatting.

1 to 38 points

Current APA format is not consistently followed. Less than 4 academic sources are utilized. The paper contains less than 4 pages of content.). Spelling and grammar are incorrect. Sentences are not complete, clear, and concise. Proper grammar and/or punctuation not used throughout the paper. Original thought is minimally demonstrated. Where applicable, references are minimally or not cited in current APA format.

0 points

Not present