LITERATURE REVIEW

Content

50 Percent

Points Earned

XX/12.5

Additional Comments:

The content aligns with assignment specifications:

· The literature review is based on a specific problem that is clearly identified.

· The literature review is guided by a specific research question related to the identified problem.

· The review considers at least ten reputable sources including theoretical, research and review articles.

· At least 6 of the sources reviewed are current (published within the last 5 years.)

· The review moves beyond summarization of the literature to critically analyze the literature in relation to the research question.

· The literature review identifies at least 1 current controversy in the literature.

· The literature review discusses contrasting viewpoints on the topic of investigation.

· The literature review suggests questions for future research.

Organization / Development

20 Percent

Points Earned

XX/5

Additional Comments:

The introduction provides sufficient background introducing the problem and research question.

The introduction contains a thesis.

The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper/presentation and reviews the major points.

The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.

Transitions between sentences, paragraphs and sections maintain the flow of thought in paper.

Mechanics

20 Percent

Points Earned

XX/5

Additional Comments:

The paper, including the title page, reference page, and parenthetical citations following APA guidelines for format.

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The paper is laid out with effective use of headings, font styles, and white space. The headings correspond to topics required by the assignment.

Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.

Sentences are complete, clear, concise, and varied.

Spelling is correct.

Peer Review

10 Percent

Points Earned

XX/2.5

Additional Comments:

The student participated in reviewing the drafts of peers for this assignment.

Total

100 Percent

Points Earned

XX/25

Additional Comments: