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Rubric

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent

50.0 to >40.0 pts

Demonstrates strong or adequate knowledge of human lifespan development; correctly represents knowledge from the readings and sources.

40.0 to >30.0 pts

Some significant but not major errors or omissions in demonstration of knowledge.

30.0 to >20.0 pts

Major errors or omissions in demonstration of knowledge.

20.0 to >0 pts

Fails to demonstrate knowledge of the materials.

50.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRequirements

50.0 to >40.0 pts

The Portfolio includes all of the required components, as specified in the assignment.

40.0 to >30.0 pts

The Portfolio includes most of the required components, as specified in the assignment.

30.0 to >20.0 pts

The Portfolio includes some of the required components, as specified in the assignment.

20.0 to >0 pts

The Portfolio includes few of the required components, as specified in the assignment.

50.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis

50.0 to >40.0 pts

Provides strong or adequate thought, insight, and analysis of concepts and applications regarding human lifespan development.

40.0 to >30.0 pts

Some significant but not major errors or omissions in demonstration of knowledge.

30.0 to >20.0 pts

Major errors or omissions in demonstration of knowledge.

20.0 to >0 pts

Fails to demonstrate knowledge of the materials.

50.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSources

30.0 to >24.0 pts

Cites and integrates three or more credible sources.

24.0 to >18.0 pts

Cites and integrates two credible sources.

18.0 to >12.0 pts

Cites and integrates only one credible source.

12.0 to >0 pts

Cites and integrates no credible sources.

30.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication of Source Material

50.0 to >40.0 pts

Sources well or adequately chosen to provide substance and perspectives on the issue; knowledge from the course linked properly to source material.

40.0 to >30.0 pts

Some significant but not major problems with selection and linkage of sources.

30.0 to >20.0 pts

Major problems with selection and linkage of sources.

20.0 to >0 pts

Source selection is seriously flawed; no linkage to knowledge from the course.

50.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization

20.0 to >16.0 pts

Project is clearly organized, well written, and in proper essay format including an introduction, body, and conclusion. Conforms to project requirements.

16.0 to >12.0 pts

Small number of significant but not major flaws in organization and writing; is in proper essay format. In a minor way does not conform to project requirements.

12.0 to >8.0 pts

Major problems in organization and writing; does not completely follow proper essay format. In a significant way does not conform to project requirements.

8.0 to >0 pts

Project is not well organized or well written and is not in proper essay format. Does not conform to project requirements.

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Style

20.0 to >16.0 pts

Strong sentence and paragraph structure; few or no minor errors in grammar and spelling; appropriate writing style; clear and concise with no unsupported comments.

16.0 to >12.0 pts

Small number of significant but not major errors in grammar and spelling; generally appropriate writing.

12.0 to >8.0 pts

Inconsistent to inadequate sentence and paragraph development; work needed on grammar and spelling; does not meet program expectations.

8.0 to >0 pts

Poor quality; unacceptable in terms of grammar and/or spelling; inappropriate writing style that interferes with clarity.

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDemonstrates proper use of APA style

20.0 to >16.0 pts

Project contains proper APA formatting, with no more than one significant error.

16.0 to >12.0 pts

Few errors in APA formatting, with no more than two to three significant errors.

12.0 to >8.0 pts

Significant errors in APA formatting, with four to five significant errors.

8.0 to >0 pts

Numerous errors in APA formatting, with more than five significant errors.

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSynthesis and Evaluation

60.0 to >48.0 pts

Demonstrates strong or adequate synthesis and evaluation of course concepts in human lifespan development.

48.0 to >36.0 pts

Some significant but not major errors or omissions in synthesis and evaluation.

36.0 to >24.0 pts

Major errors or omissions in synthesis and evaluation.

24.0 to >0 pts

Fails to demonstrate synthesis and evaluation.

60.0 pts

Total Points: 350.0