IS310ResearchPaperRubricNew2016.docx
IS310 Research Paper Rubric
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Criteria
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Exceeds Expectations
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Meets Expectations
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Does Not Meet Expectations
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Points
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Introduction
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10 - 8 points
Includes Statement of Thesis and several sentences that introduce the ideas presented.
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7 - 1 points
Too brief or does not include thesis statement or supporting sentences.
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0 points
No introduction.
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10
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Closing Paragraph
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10 - 8 points
Reiterates thesis and ties paper together in several sentences.
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7 - 1 points
Closing paragraph with no reiteration of thesis or too few sentences.
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0 points
No closing paragraph.
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10
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Content
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30 - 25 points
Researched content is supported by references.
Wealth of information to support thesis.
Well organized and easy to follow.
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24 - 18 points
Researched content, but missing some references.
Sufficient Information to supports thesis.
Somewhat organized, but difficult to follow.
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17 - 0 points
No referenced content.
Insufficient information.
Disorganized/Confusing.
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30
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(APA or MLA)
Correct Formatting
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10 - 9 points
Correct formatting
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8 - 2 points
Missing some formatting elements.
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1-0 points
Missing most formatting elements.
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10
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Mechanics
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10 - 8 points
Organized in paragraphs with topic sentences, and details.
Generally correct mechanics.
Followed most guidelines.
Submitted on time.
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7 – 2 points
Information written in paragraphs. Missing some topic sentences or supporting details.
Several mechanical errors.
Did not follow guidelines or late submission.
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1 - 0 points
Little evidence of paragraphs or topic sentences.
Few details.
Incoherent.
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10
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Total Points
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70
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