assessment T2
Benchmark - Anxiety and Phobias Paper (Obj. 2.1, 2.2 & 2.3) - Rubric
Stress 6 points
Criteria Description
Explain how stress is related to the disorder displayed by the character chosen
(anxiety, stress, or phobia disorder).
5. Target 6 points
The paper expertly explains how stress is related to the disorder displayed by the
character chosen. The paper demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the
topic.
4. Acceptable 5.1 points
The paper clearly explains how stress is related to the disorder displayed by the
character chosen. The paper demonstrates an understanding that extends beyond
the surface of the topic.
3. Approaching 4.5 points
The paper adequately explains how stress is related to the disorder displayed by
the character chosen. The paper demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.
2. Insufficient 3.9 points
The paper inadequately explains how stress is related to the disorder displayed by
the character chosen. The paper demonstrates a poor understanding of the topic.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
The paper omits or incompletely explains how stress is related to the disorder
displayed by the character chosen. The paper does not demonstrate understanding
of the topic.
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Irrational or Abnormal Beliefs, Attitudes, and Behaviors 6 points
Criteria Description
List some of the irrational or abnormal beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors the characters
displayed, and how they manifest. Provide specific examples.
5. Target 6 points
The paper expertly lists and provides specific examples of some of the irrational or
abnormal beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors the characters displayed, and how they
manifest. The paper demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic.
4. Acceptable 5.1 points
The paper clearly lists and provides specific examples of some of the irrational or
abnormal beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors the characters displayed, and how they
manifest. The paper demonstrates an understanding that extends beyond the
surface of the topic.
3. Approaching 4.5 points
The paper adequately lists and provides specific examples of some of the irrational
or abnormal beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors the characters displayed, and how
they manifest. The paper demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.
2. Insufficient 3.9 points
The paper inadequately lists and provides specific examples of some of the
irrational or abnormal beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors the characters displayed,
and how they manifest. The paper demonstrates a poor understanding of the topic.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
The paper omits or incompletely lists and provides specific examples of some of the
irrational or abnormal beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors the characters displayed,
and how they manifest. The paper does not demonstrate understanding of the
topic.
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Diagnosis (B) 8 points
Criteria Description
Using current DSM and ICD diagnostic codes, identify a possible diagnosis for this
character. (C2.1)
5. Target 8 points
The paper expertly identifies a possible diagnosis for this character, using current
DSM and ICD diagnostic codes. The paper demonstrates an exceptional
understanding of the topic.
4. Acceptable 6.8 points
The paper clearly identifies a possible diagnosis for this character, using current
DSM and ICD diagnostic codes. The paper demonstrates an understanding that
extends beyond the surface of the topic.
3. Approaching 6 points
The paper adequately identifies a possible diagnosis for this character, using
current DSM and ICD diagnostic codes. The paper demonstrates a basic
understanding of the topic.
2. Insufficient 5.2 points
The paper inadequately identifies a possible diagnosis for this character, using
current DSM and ICD diagnostic codes. The paper demonstrates a poor
understanding of the topic.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
The paper omits or incompletely identifies a possible diagnosis for this character,
using current DSM and ICD diagnostic codes. The paper does not demonstrate
understanding of the topic.
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Psychological Model 6 points
Criteria Description
Identify a psychological model the best explains the cause of the symptoms/behaviors
(i.e., biological, cognitive).
5. Target 6 points
The paper expertly identifies a psychological model the best explains the cause of
the symptoms/behaviors. The paper demonstrates an exceptional understanding of
the topic.
4. Acceptable 5.1 points
The paper clearly identifies a psychological model the best explains the cause of the
symptoms/behaviors. The paper demonstrates an understanding that extends
beyond the surface of the topic.
3. Approaching 4.5 points
The paper adequately identifies a psychological model the best explains the cause
of the symptoms/behaviors. The paper demonstrates a basic understanding of the
topic.
2. Insufficient 3.9 points
The paper inadequately identifies a psychological model the best explains the cause
of the symptoms/behaviors. The paper demonstrates a poor understanding of the
topic.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
The paper omits or incompletely identifies a psychological model the best explains
the cause of the symptoms/behaviors. The paper does not demonstrate
understanding of the topic.
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Treatment Plan 6 points
Criteria Description
Based on this model, explain a possible treatment plan, including some ways the
character can modify the stress and reduce anxiety (cope).
5. Target 6 points
The paper expertly explains a possible treatment plan, including some ways the
character can modify the stress and reduce anxiety. The paper demonstrates an
exceptional understanding of the topic.
4. Acceptable 5.1 points
The paper clearly explains a possible treatment plan, including some ways the
character can modify the stress and reduce anxiety. The paper demonstrates an
understanding that extends beyond the surface of the topic.
3. Approaching 4.5 points
The paper adequately explains a possible treatment plan, including some ways the
character can modify the stress and reduce anxiety. The paper demonstrates a
basic understanding of the topic.
2. Insufficient 3.9 points
The paper inadequately explains a possible treatment plan, including some ways
the character can modify the stress and reduce anxiety. The paper demonstrates a
poor understanding of the topic.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
The paper omits or incompletely explains a possible treatment plan, including some
ways the character can modify the stress and reduce anxiety. The paper does not
demonstrate understanding of the topic.
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Thesis, Position, or Purpose 2 points
Criteria Description
Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience.
5. Target 2 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is clearly communicated throughout and clearly
directed to a specific audience.
4. Acceptable 1.7 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is adequately presented. An awareness of the
appropriate audience is demonstrated.
3. Approaching 1.5 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is discernable in most aspects but is occasionally
weak or unclear. There is limited awareness of the appropriate audience.
2. Insufficient 1.3 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is unfocused or confused. There is very little
awareness of the intended audience.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is not discernible. No awareness of the appropriate
audience is evident.
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Development, Structure, and Conclusion 2 points
Criteria Description
Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves
from development.
5. Target 2 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is logically advanced throughout. The progression
of ideas is coherent and unified. A clear and logical conclusion aligns to the
development of the purpose.
4. Acceptable 1.7 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is advanced in most aspects. Ideas clearly build on
each other. Conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.
3. Approaching 1.5 points
Limited advancement of thesis, position, or purpose is discernable. There are
inconsistencies in organization or the relationship of ideas. Conclusion is simplistic
and not fully aligned to the development of the purpose.
2. Insufficient 1.3 points
Writing lacks logical progression of the thesis, position, or purpose. Some
organization is attempted, but ideas are disconnected. Conclusion is unclear and
not supported by the overall development of the purpose.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
No advancement of the thesis, position, or purpose is evident. Connections
between paragraphs are missing or inappropriate. No conclusion is offered.
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Evidence 1.6 points
Criteria Description
Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers
other perspectives.
5. Target 1.6 points
Specific and appropriate evidence is included. Relevant perspectives of others are
clearly considered.
4. Acceptable 1.36 points
Relevant evidence that includes other perspectives is used.
3. Approaching 1.2 points
Evidence is used but is insufficient or of limited relevance. Simplistic explanation or
integration of other perspectives is present.
2. Insufficient 1.04 points
Evidence is limited or irrelevant. The interpretation of other perspectives is
superficial or incorrect.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
Evidence to support the thesis, position, or purpose is absent. The writing relies
entirely on the perspective of the writer.
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Mechanics of Writing 1.6 points
Criteria Description
Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence
structure, etc.
5. Target 1.6 points
No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence
structure are used throughout.
4. Acceptable 1.36 points
Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence
structure are used.
3. Approaching 1.2 points
Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally
appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.
2. Insufficient 1.04 points
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language
choice or sentence structure are recurrent.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language
choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.
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Format/Documentation 0.8 points
Criteria Description
Format/Documentation Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college,
subject, and level; documents sources using citations, footnotes, references,
bibliography, etc., appropriate to assignment and discipline.
5. Target 0.8 points
No errors in formatting or documentation are present.
4. Acceptable 0.68 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors.
3. Approaching 0.6 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious
errors.
2. Insufficient 0.52 points
Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors
in documentation of sources are evident.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided.
Total 40 points
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