Research Paper 2

Criteria Ratings Points

Thesis Statement 15 to >12.0 pts

Advanced

Thesis statement is clear, logical, and sets up the focus of the paper.

12 to >11.0 pts

Proficient

Thesis statement is clear and logical, but the purpose is unclear.

11 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Thesis statement is present but lacks clarity, logic, and purpose.

0 pts

Not Present

Thesis statement is unclear or not present in the outline.

15 pts

Research Question(s)/ Issues Being Addressed

15 to >12.0 pts

Advanced

Research questions are clearly stated and capture the full scope of the approach of research effort.

12 to >11.0 pts

Proficient

Research questions are stated but lack full clarity.

11 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Research questions are stated but require more depth to ensure focus.

0 pts

Not Present

Research questions are not stated clearly, and the scope of research is not identified.

15 pts

References 15 to >13.0 pts

Advanced

Minimum of 10 sources, less than 10 years old, are used. All citations follow current APA format with no errors.

13 to >12.0 pts

Proficient

Only 8–9 sources provided. Cited sources include 1–2 errors in current APA format.

12 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Only 5–7 sources provided. Cited sources include 2–4 errors in current APA format.

0 pts

Not Present

Four or fewer sources are present. Cited sources include 5 or more errors in current APA format.

15 pts

Spelling/Grammar 10 to >9.0 pts

Advanced

Spelling and grammar are correct.

9 to >7.0 pts

Proficient

Spelling and grammar are mostly correct with only 1–2 errors noted.

7 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Spelling and grammar require further review with 3–6 errors noted.

0 pts

Not Present

Spelling and grammar review is not evident or incomplete; 7 or more errors are noted.

10 pts

Research Project: Outline Grading Rubric | BUSI505_D03_202130

Criteria Ratings Points

Outline 20 to >17.0 pts

Advanced

Sections of the paper are determined with estimated space for each section. Sections clearly build on focus from the thesis statement and research questions.

17 to >14.0 pts

Proficient

Sections of the paper are determined with estimated space for each section. Sections appear to build on focus stated in thesis statement but further clarity is needed.

14 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Sections of the paper are determined, but the estimated space for each section is not. Sections mostly build on focus stated in thesis statement.

0 pts

Not Present

Sections of the paper are not clearly determined. Sections do not appear to build on focus stated in thesis statement.

20 pts

Total Points: 75

Research Project: Outline Grading Rubric | BUSI505_D03_202130