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Content
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110-122.5 points
• There is a clear thesis statement
• Student’s topic is addressed
• The introduction provides a clear overview of the paper’s contents
• The issues or themes raised in the introduction are properly treated
• Differing viewpoints are considered, analyzed, and treated
• The analysis is thorough
• The transitions between paragraphs and sections are clear
• The treatment of the topic is logically oriented
• The conclusion offesr a good summary of issues or themes treated in the paper
• The conclusion offers suggestions for or encourages further study
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85.5-109.5 points
An appropriate topic is chosen. Some specifics are provided as part of the analysis. However, some key points of analysis are missing throughout the assignment.
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1-85 points
The topic is unclear or fairly clear but discussed too broadly or does not meet expectations. Multiple points of key analysis are missing from the paper.
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0 points
No present.
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Mechanics
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18.5-20.5 points
Proper headings are used.
No grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly and consistently. Writing is precise. Word choice is appropriate.
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14.5-18 points
Proper headings are used for the most part. Few grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors are present. Voice and person are used correctly. Writing style is sufficient. Word choice is adequate.
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1-14 points
Proper headings are not used. 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.
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0 points
Not present.
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CSG Format Elements
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18-20 points
Citations and format are in accordance with the Course Style Guidelines. Cover page and Bibliography are correctly formatted.
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14-17.5 points
Citations and format are in accordance with the Course Style Guidelines with few errors. Cover page and Bibliography are present with few errors.
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1-13.5 points
Citations and format are in accordance with the Course Style Guidelinesthough several errors are present. Cover page and Bibliography are included though several errors are present.
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0 points
Not present.
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Length
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11-12 points
Contains 2-3 full pages, is double-spaced, and has 1-inch margins.
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8.5-10.5 points
Contains 2-3 full pages but it not double-spaced, or has 1-inch margins.
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1-8 points
Does not meet required length. Does not meet basic requirements for formatting.
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0 points
Not present.
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