Research paper

Criteria Ratings Points

Thesis Statement

10 to >9.0 pts

Advanced

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

9 to >7.0 pts

Proficient

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

7 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.

10 pts

Research Question(s)/ Issues Being Addressed

10 to >9.0 pts

Advanced

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

9 to >7.0 pts

Proficient

Research questions are stated but lack full clarity.

7 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.

10 pts

References 15 to >13.0 pts

Advanced

Minimum of 20 sources, less than 10 years old, are used. All citations follow current APA format with no errors.

13 to >12.0 pts

Proficient

Only 15–19 sources provided. Cited sources include 1–2 errors in current APA format.

12 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Only 10–14 sources provided. Cited sources include 2–4 errors in current APA format.

0 pts

Not Present

Nine 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 | BUSI511_D03_202130

Criteria Ratings Points

Outline 5 to >4.0 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.

4 to >3.0 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.

3 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.

5 pts

Total Points: 50

Research Project Outline Grading Rubric | BUSI511_D03_202130