code ethics

Final Paper Rubric

Exceeds Expectations (27-30pts)

Meets Expectation (24-27pts)

Does not meet Expectation (23 and below)

Responds directly to the question and includes pertinent, connected or applicable information. Is between 1000-1200 words, but may exceed 1200 words.

Paper responds directly to the question, but it somewhat digresses in focus. Paper is not less than 1000 words.

Paper does not respond directly to the question, complete digression in focus and has less than 1000 words. Haphazard and, choppy.

Provides SIX references and above in APA.

Includes at least FOUR references in APA.

Less than four references in APA.

Paper has a coherent structure and the flow of the writing is easily understood. Paper grammatically correct, structurally sound with no spelling errors,

Paper has a coherent structure and the flow of the writing is easily understood. Paper has only one or two grammatical or spelling errors

Paper does not have a coherent structure and the flow of the writing is hard to follow. Paper has multiple grammatical or spelling errors

Pointers

• According to APA guidelines, less than 15% of your paper should be in direct quotes. So, in a 1000-word paper, less than 150 words should be in direct quotations.

• Informal discussion with heavy reliance on personal, anecdotal experience without incorporation of proper citation will receive lower points.

• This paper is to be submitted on Turnitin. Make sure that you do not exceed more than 20% similarity. Also, make sure that you provide quotation marks wherever you quote.

• Here are two small informal videos on how to avoid plagiarism; There are other internet resources as well, so please make use of them.

o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwOJvWhF_08 o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2q0NlWcTq1Y

• Remember, that the body of the paper should be between 1000-1200 words. That does not include the front page, abstract page (if provided) and/or the reference list. It also does not include the question (if you copy/paste it).

• For further guidance, consult the sample APA paper.