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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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