Government Quantitative Research Study Assignment

Criteria Ratings Points

Research Methods Knowledge & Understanding

33 to >29 pts

Advanced

• Shows a deep understanding of research methods and offers an article evaluation with measurable dependent and independent variables, a measurable research question, theory supported by the literature that corresponds matching the individual research plan proposed in the Abstract.

29 to >27 pts

Proficient

• Missing one of the following: an article evaluation with measurable dependent and independent variables, a measurable research question, theory supported by the literature that corresponds matching the individual research plan proposed in the Abstract.

27 to >0 pts

Developing

• Missing two or more of the following: an article evaluation with measurable dependent and independent variables, a measurable research question, theory supported by the literature that corresponds matching the individual research plan proposed in the Abstract.

0 pts

Not Present

33 pts

Research questions, hypotheses, dependent and independent variables

33 to >29 pts

Advanced

• Includes sections that conform to high quality research standards: Review includes all appropriate sections with a description of independent variables, dependent variables, instrument, and a measurable research question with hypotheses.

29 to >27 pts

Proficient

• Missing one of the following or an area does not represent high quality research standards: Review includes all appropriate sections with a description of independent variables, dependent variables, instrument, and a measurable research question with hypotheses.

27 to >0 pts

Developing

• Missing two or more of the following and/or an area does not represent high quality research standards: Review includes all appropriate sections with a description of independent variables, dependent variables, instrument, and a measurable research question with hypotheses.

0 pts

Not Present

33 pts

Research Report: Quantitative Research Study Grading Rubric | PADM805_D03_202520

Criteria Ratings Points

Methodology, research design subjects, findings, interpretations, and conclusions.

32 to >28 pts

Advanced

• Includes sections that conform to high quality research standards: Explanation of subjects, data collection technique, methodology, research design, results with interpreted findings, limitations, effect sizes, and a conclusion with suggestions for future research. Scripture/biblical principles where appropriate.

28 to >26 pts

Proficient

Missing one of the following or an area does not represent high quality research standards: Explanation of subjects, data collection technique, methodology, research design, results with interpreted findings, limitations, effect sizes, and a conclusion with suggestions for future research. Scripture/biblical principles where appropriate.

26 to >0 pts

Developing

Missing two or more of the following and/or an area does not represent high quality research standards: Explanation of subjects, data collection technique, methodology, research design, results with interpreted findings, limitations, effect sizes, and a conclusion with suggestions for future research. Scripture/biblical principles where appropriate.

0 pts

Not Present

32 pts

References 19 to >16 pts

Advanced

There are at least 15 references included from an acceptable peer-reviewed journal (e.g. scholarly peer-reviewed articles), and the article citations are formatted according to the most updated APA Style Manual.

16 to >15 pts

Proficient

There is a deficiency in one of these areas: There are at least 15 references included from an acceptable peer-reviewed journal (e.g. scholarly peer-reviewed articles), and the article citations are formatted according to the most updated APA Style Manual.

15 to >0 pts

Developing

There are deficiencies in two or more of the following areas: There are at least 15 references included from an acceptable peer reviewed journal (e.g. scholarly peer-reviewed articles), and the article citations are formatted according to the most updated APA Style Manual.

0 pts

Not Present

19 pts

Grammar, Spelling & APA

15 to >13 pts

Advanced

Minimal to no errors in grammar, spelling, or APA.

13 to >12 pts

Proficient

Some errors in grammar, spelling, or APA.

12 to >0 pts

Developing

Numerous errors in grammar, spelling, or APA.

0 pts

Not Present

15 pts

Research Report: Quantitative Research Study Grading Rubric | PADM805_D03_202520

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Paper Length 8 to >7 pts

Advanced

Paper is between 10 and 15 pages, not including references, using Times New Roman 12 Point Font, double spaced, with 1 inch margins.

7 to >6 pts

Proficient

Paper is missing one of the following: Paper is between 10 and 15 pages, not including references, using Times New Roman 12 Point Font, double spaced, with 1 inch margins.

6 to >0 pts

Developing

Paper missing two or more of the following: Paper is between 10 and 15 pages, not including references, using Times New Roman 12 Point Font, double spaced, with 1 inch margins.

0 pts

Not Present

8 pts

Total Points: 140

Research Report: Quantitative Research Study Grading Rubric | PADM805_D03_202520