Final Paper - 8 pages - due in 36 hours

FEEDBACK FROM ASSIGNMENT OF TOPIC AND OUTLINE

While you provided a good outline for your final paper, with correct syntax and mechanics, your submission did not completely fulfill all the requirements listed in the instructions. The formatting of your outline was great, however, there was no description of sources used in each section. You will find more feedback of each segment within the rubric. Regarding APA formatting, this paper contained formatting errors. For additional information, please visit the 'Writing Center & Library' link in your course where you will find the APA Guides Tab. Click on the "Formatting Instructions for Microsoft Word 2013" link for more help in this area.  

Instructor Funk

 

( 4.00 / 4.00) Describes the Topic Area

Distinguished - Thoroughly describes the topic area.

Comments:

Excellent work! You did a good job describing your topic area. Your description provides enough detail to give your reader a clear picture of the direction of your research and Final Paper.

( 4.00 / 4.00) Summarizes the Components, Attributes, and Different Segments of the Topic Area

Distinguished - Comprehensively summarizes the components, attributes, and different segments of the topic area.

Comments:

You provided a detailed summary of each of the components, attributes, and different segments of the topic area. Your summary will provide you with an excellent foundation on which to build your Final Paper.

( 3.52 / 4.00) Creates a Detailed Outline

Proficient - Creates a mostly detailed outline of the Final Paper, including a one- to two-sentence description for most the headings and subheadings.

Comments:

Overall, your outline does a nice job of displaying the layout of your proposed Final Paper. However, instructions also asked that you list the sources that applied to that particular section as well. 

( 0.50 / 0.50) Written Communication: Context of and Purpose for Writing

Distinguished - Demonstrates methodical application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is evident and easy to understand. Summaries, quotes, and/or paraphrases fit naturally into the sentences and paragraphs. Paper flows smoothly.

Comments:

Nice work! Your paper is organized and there is a clear, logical progression of ideas with smooth transitions. 

( 0.50 / 0.50) Written Communication: Content Development

Distinguished - Uses appropriate, pertinent, and persuasive content to discover and develop sophisticated ideas within the context of the discipline, shaping the work as a whole.

Comments:

Nice work! The content throughout your paper is accurate, providing reliable information which is relevant to the main point. 

( 1.00 / 1.00) Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues

Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively explains in detail the issue to be considered, delivering all relevant information necessary for a full understanding.

Comments:

 Great job! Your explanation demonstrates a sense of understanding of the issue. 

( 0.25 / 0.25) Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics

Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors, and is very easy to understand.

Comments:

 Good job! Correct conventions facilitate the reading of the text.

( 0.22 / 0.25) APA Formatting

Proficient - Exhibits APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout contains a few minor errors.

( 0.25 / 0.25) Page Requirement

Distinguished - The paper meets the specific page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.

( 0.19 / 0.25) Resource Requirement

Basic - Uses less than the required number of sources to support ideas. Most ources on the reference page are not used/cited within the body of the assignment. 

Overall Score: 14.43 / 15.00