Signature Project + Major Assignment (A+ Required)

Criteria

Unacceptable

Revisions Required

Target

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1. Signature Project Stage 1: Are the focus and purpose clear?

1 Points

Missing thesis; confusion about or misunderstanding of topic; no sense of purpose

2 Points

Simplistic and unfocused ideas; limited sense of purpose

3 Points

Developed thesis; represents sound understanding of the assigned topic; focused

I understand the purpose of the study.

2. Signature Project Stage 1: Are ideas clear and well supported?

1 Points

Absence of support for main points

2 Points

Support is provided, but is not specific; support is only loosely relevant to the main points

3 Points

Ideas sufficiently supported; support is sound, valid, and logical

Your ideas are supported by evidence.

3. Signature Project Stage 1: Is the writing structured and well organized?

1 Points

No paragraph structure; or single, rambling paragraph; or series of isolated paragraphs

2 Points

Organization is confusing or disjointed; weak paragraph structure; transitions are missing or inappropriate

3 Points

Clear organizational structure; easily followed; includes transitions; structured format

Paragraphs are organized appropriately.

4. Signature Project Stage 1: Did the writer consider audience and tone?

1 Points

No awareness of appropriate audience for assignment; tone is inappropriate

2 Points

Lacks awareness of appropriate audience for the assignment; tone is inconsistent

3 Points

Effective and accurate awareness of audience; tone is appropriate for audience and assignment

5. Signature Project Stage 1: Do appendices include necessary documentation?

1 Points

Most items required in the appendices are not presented in the appendices; the plan and necessary steps to protect human subjects in research are not clear.

2 Points

Most required items are presented in the appendices; items and a plan somewhat demonstrate ethical practices in protection of human subjects.

3 Points

All required items are presented in the appendices; items clearly demonstrate ethical practices in protection of human subjects.

Perhaps teacher observations forms are necessary

6. Signature Project Stage 1: Are proper mechanics utilized? Is correct sentence structure utilized?

1 Points

Frequent errors in spelling and capitalization; intrusive and/or inaccurate punctuation; communication is hindered. Contains multiple and serious errors of sentence structure: i.e. fragments, run-ons. Unable to write simple sentences.

2 Points

Contains several punctuation, spelling, and/or capitalization errors (up to 6); errors interfere with meaning; formulaic sentence patterns or overuse of simple sentences; errors in sentence structure.

3 Points

Virtually free of punctuation, spelling, capitalization errors (no more than 3); errors do not interfere with meaning; effective and varied sentences; errors (if present) due to lack of careful proofreading; complex sentences are written correctly.

7. Signature Project Stage 1: Are vocabulary and word usage varied and appropriate?

1 Points

Vocabulary is unsophisticated; or subject specific vocabulary or sophisticated vocabulary used incorrectly

2 Points

Proper, but simple vocabulary used; subject specific vocabulary used infrequently

3 Points

Vocabulary is varied, specific and appropriate; uses subject specific vocabulary correctly

8. Signature Project Stage 1: Is proper evidence and support of original work provided in body of the review?

1 Points

Turnitin or Safe Assign report indicates match percentage of greater than 25 percent.

2 Points

Turnitin or Safe Assign report indicates match percentage of 15 to 25 percent.

3 Points

Turnitin or Safe Assign report indicates a match percentage of less than 15 percent.

9. Signature Project Stage 1: Is APA format followed?

1 Points

There are significant format errors present ; multiple (more than 6) of APA formatting errors; in the reference list and/or in-text citations;

2 Points

Fewer than 6 APA format errors are present in the reference list in-text; citations; header; headings; page numbers; etc.

3 Points

There are virtually no APA format errors present in either reference list in-text; citations; header; headings; page numbers; etc.

Some APA format needs to be corrected specifically for in text citations.

10. Signature Project Stage 1: Source of data is credible and data is representative of the scope requirements for the advanced degree being sought. (InTASC 6, 9; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

The source of the data is ambiguous or lacks credibility; data does not allow for problem/weakness identification appropriate for required project scope

2 Points

The source of the data is clear and credible; data does not allow for problem/weakness identification appropriate for required project scope

3 Points

The source of the data is clear and credible; data allows for identification of an of a classroom, multi-classroom, school or district level problem/weakness appropriate to the required project scope

It is a little unclear what the problem is specifically in regard to your class or school.

11. Signature Project Stage 1: Graphical representation of compiled data allows for easy analysis. (CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Graphical format does not present the data in a clear manner; data is only partially presented

2 Points

Graphical format(s) is appropriate and clearly presents all the collected data

3 Points

Graphical format(s) is appropriate; clearly presents all the collected data; highlights visible patterns or trends

Does “student performance” pertain to students that are not from low income families?

12. Signature Project Stage 1: Identified problem/weakness is supported by trends or patterns seen in the data. (InTASC 6, 9, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Problem/weakness is not clearly identified or does not align with the trends and patterns identified in the data

2 Points

Problem/weakness is clearly identified; aligns with the type of data collected, but connections between the trends/patterns in the data are not clearly described in the narrative

3 Points

Problem/weakness is clearly identified; aligns with the type of data collected; clear connections between the trends/patterns are drawn in the narrative

Some information about students from middle class families seems irrelevant.

13. Signature Project Stage 1: Best practices are identified and supported by the literature as viable responses to weaknesses and problems represented by the data. (InTASC 8, 9, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Best practice(s) are not clearly identified; literature reviewed does not support the identified best practice(s) as a viable option to improve achievement

2 Points

Best practice(s) are clearly identified; literature reviewed does not support the identified best practice(s) as a viable option to improve achievement

3 Points

Best practice(s) are clearly identified; literature reviewed supports the identified best practices as viable responses to the problem/weakness identified

Literature matches the identified problem.

14. Signature Project Stage 1: Theories and/or trends are identified and connected with best practices in literature. (InTASC 8, 9, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Theory or trend is not identified; theory/trend identified are not connected with the best practice(s) via literature

2 Points

Theory or trend is clearly identified; literature reviewed does not connect the identified theory/trend with the identified best practice

3 Points

Theory or trend is clearly identified; literature reviewed connects the identified theory/trend with all identified best practices

15. Signature Project Stage 1: Proper level of synthesis is achieved in the literature review. (InTASC 9, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Summaries were given; are not clear or fail to make clear connections with best practice(s) and/or theory/trend(s) identified as viable responses to problem/weakness

2 Points

Summaries are clear and concise; clear connections with best practice and/or theory/trend identified as viable response to problem/weakness may or may not be present

3 Points

Synthesis rather than summaries of content presented in the collection of sources is present, clear connections with best practice and/or theory/trend identified as viable response to problem/weakness present

Add more details to explain best practices/theories/trends.

16. Signature Project Stage 1: Proper number of sources requirement is met.

1 Points

Source requirements for the appropriate level was not met

2 Points

Meets minimum requirements for degree level: Master’s-A minimum of 10 sources were utilized;; Specialist’s- A minimum of 15 sources were utilized.

3 Points

Five (5) sources beyond minimum requirements were utilized

13 sources were cited

17. Signature Project Stage 1: Collaborative resources are identified, explained and supported. (InTASC 1, 5, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Collaborative resources are ambiguous or not identified; resources may be identified, but no explanation related to their value or role is provided; the connection between the collaborative resource and the identified problem is not clear

2 Points

Collaborative resource(s) is identified; explanation of value and role is provided, but the connection between the collaborative resource(s) and the identified problem is not clear

3 Points

Collaborative resource(s) is identified; explanation of value and role is provided; connection between the collaborative resource(s) and the identified problem is clear

Under “plan for protection” you stated one researcher would be responsible. In the “Collaborative Resources” section, you listed teachers. You also copied the same paragraph twice in that section.

18. Signature Project Stage 1: Description of plan is clear and easy to follow. (InTASC 7, 9, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Action plan is not described; description is not clear; steps in plan are not in a logical order

2 Points

Action plan description is provided, but additional detail may be warranted; steps in plan are outlined, but additional steps may be needed or the order could be altered for better efficiency

3 Points

Action plan description is provided, and sufficient detail is included; steps in plan are outlined; exhaustive list of steps and sequence of steps allows for optimal efficiency and outcome

19. Signature Project Stage 1: Project timeline accounts for all elements in the plan and allocates appropriate amounts of time for each element. (InTASC 7, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Project timeline is missing or incomplete; time allocation is inadequate or too extensive for one or more elements included in the plan

2 Points

Project timeline is provided; all elements identified in the plan are included, but additional elements might be needed for an improved outcome; timing and/or time allocation could be improved

3 Points

Project timeline is provided; all necessary elements are included for optimal outcome

Will the plan be executed over ten weeks or five?

20. Signature Project Stage 1: Variables are identified and defined. (CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Variables are misidentified

2 Points

Variables are identified correctly, but with no clear definitions or explanations as to how they will be measured

3 Points

Variables are identified correctly, with clear definitions and explanations as to how they will be measured

21. Signature Project Stage 1: Required data needs are identified and plans for retrieving and protecting that data are clear. (i.e. methods) (InTASC 6, 9; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Data needs are not identified or do not align with the problem; data retrieval plans are missing or inappropriate

2 Points

Data needs are identified; data retrieval plans are included, but plans for protecting the data and/or student confidentiality are not provided or are inadequate

3 Points

Data needs are identified; data retrieval plans are included; adequate plans for protecting student confidentiality and/or data are provided

22. Signature Project Stage 1: Description of the sample and sampling techniques are provided. (CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Detailed descriptions of the participants are not given and/or sampling technique is not provided

2 Points

Brief overview of the sample is given and sampling technique may or may not be included

3 Points

Full descriptions of the participant sample, sampling technique and justifications for both the sample chosen and the sampling technique are given

23. Signature Project Stage 1: Needed resources are identified, justified, and a leverage plan for acquiring resources is clear and supported. (InTASC 5, 9, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

Resources are not identified or are inadequate; no justification for the resources is provided; unclear how identified resources might be acquired; plan for acquiring resources is inadequate or ill-conceived

2 Points

Resources are identified, but additional resources may be needed; justification for the resources is provided, but leverage plan for acquiring resources is not clear

3 Points

Exhaustive list of resources is identified; justification for the resources is provided; leverage plan for acquiring resources is outlined

24. Signature Project Stage 1: Justification for how the action plan will address the identified problem is clear: (InTASC 9, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

No connection between the action plan and the identified problem is provided

2 Points

Connection between the action plan and the identified problem is provided

3 Points

Connection between the action plan and the identified problem is provided; justification of that connection is included

25. Signature Project Stage 1: Connection between action plan and impact on student achievement is clear. (InTASC 9, 10; CAEP A1.1)

1 Points

No connection between action plan outcome and student achievement is provided

2 Points

Connection between action plan outcome and student achievement is provided; justification of that connection may or may not be included

3 Points

Connection between action plan outcome and student achievement is provided; justification of that connection is included; limitations or outside interferences to improved student achievement are identified

Criteria

Unacceptable

Revisions Required

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