| Course Code | Class Code | Assignment Title | Total Points |
| PUB-550 | PUB-550-O500 | Benchmark - Analyzing and Reporting Data | 200.0 |
| Criteria | Percentage | Unsatisfactory (0.00%) | Less Than Satisfactory (74.00%) | Satisfactory (79.00%) | Good (87.00%) | Excellent (100.00%) | Comments | Points Earned |
| Content | 70.0% |
| Abstract | 5.0% | The abstract is omitted. | The abstract is incomplete. | The abstract attempts to summarize the manuscript. There are some inconsistencies or inaccuracies when compared to the paper. | The abstract summarizes the manuscript. Some detail is needed for clarity. | The abstract is well organized and succinctly summarizes the manuscript. |
| Introduction | 10.0% | The introduction is omitted. | The introduction is incomplete. | The introduction generally presents the thesis of the paper. The purpose of the studies, the problem being addressed, and the proposed research question are outlined. Some aspects are unclear. | The introduction presents the thesis of the paper. The purpose of the studies, the problem being addressed, and the proposed research question are presented. Some detail is needed for clarity. The summary has adequate support. | The introduction clearly presents the thesis of the paper. The purpose of the studies, the problem being addressed, and the proposed research question are detailed. The summary is well supported. |
| Qualitative Methods (C2.2a) | 10.0% | Qualitative methods are not described. | Qualitative methods are only partially described. | Qualitative methods are summarized. The summary outlines a description of the focus group sample, the data collection process, and the process used to analyze the qualitative data. There are minor omissions or inaccuracies. | Qualitative methods are described. The narrative includes a description of the focus group sample, the data collection process, and the process used to analyze the qualitative data. Some detail is needed for clarity or accuracy. | Qualitative methods selected are clearly described. The narrative is well developed and includes a detailed description of the focus group sample, the data collection process, and the process used to analyze the qualitative data. |
| Quantitative Methods (C2.2b) | 10.0% | Quantitative methods are not described. | Quantitative methods are only partially described. | Quantitative methods are summarized. The summary outlines how the data were collected, the identified variables used in analysis, the descriptive and inferential statistical tests that were conducted, and the software that was used in the analysis. There are minor omissions or inaccuracies. | Quantitative methods are described. The narrative describes how the data were collected, the identified variables used in analysis, the descriptive and inferential statistical tests that were conducted, and the software that was used in the analysis. Some detail is needed for clarity or accuracy. | Quantitative methods are clearly described. The narrative is well developed and details how the data were collected, the identified variables used in analysis, the descriptive and inferential statistical tests that were conducted, and the software that was used in the analysis. |
| Qualitative Results (C2.3a) | 10.0% | Results of the qualitative analysis are omitted. | Results of the qualitative analysis are only partially summarized. | Results of the qualitative analysis are outlined. There are minor omissions or inaccuracies. | Results of the qualitative analysis are summarized. Some detail is needed for clarity or accuracy. | Results of the qualitative analysis are clearly detailed. |
| Quantitative Results (C2.3b) | 10.0% | Results of the quantitative analysis are omitted. | Results of the quantitative analysis are only partially summarized. | Results of the quantitative analysis are outlined and include the sample using the results of descriptive statistics and the main outcomes of the inferential statistical analysis. A table or figure is included that generally supports the results. There are minor omissions or inaccuracies. | Results of the quantitative analysis are described. The summary describes the sample using the results of descriptive statistics and the main outcomes of the inferential statistical analysis. A table or figure is included that adequately supports the results. Some detail is needed for clarity or accuracy. | The quantitative analysis results are thoroughly discussed. The summary is detailed and accurately describes the sample using the results of descriptive statistics. The main outcomes of the inferential statistical analysis are clearly stated. A table or figure is included that offers strong support for the results. |
| Discussion of Limitations, Bias, and Recommendations for Future Research (C2.4) (C6.3) | 10.0% | The discussion is omitted. | The discussion is incomplete. | The discussion summarizes the general study results in relation to the study purpose, related literature, and study limitations. Discussion provides general recommendations for public health research, policy, or practice. There are minor omissions or inaccuracies. Some additional support is needed. | The discussion interprets study results in relation to study purpose, related literature, and study limitations. Discussion provides recommendations for public health research, policy, or practice. Some detail is needed for clarity or accuracy. Adequate support is provided. | The discussion is well-developed and offers a clear interpretation of study results in relation to study purpose, related literature, and study limitations. Discussion provides clear recommendations for public health research, policy, or practice. The narrative is well supported. |
| Appendix: Results and Outputs | 5.0% | The analysis results and outputs are omitted. | The analysis results and outputs are included in the paper but are incomplete or incorrect. An appendix is not created. | NA | NA | The analysis results and output are included in the appendix of the paper and are correct. |
| Organization, Effectiveness, and Format | 30.0% |
| Thesis Development and Purpose | 7.0% | Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim. | Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear. | Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose. | Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose. | Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear. |
| Argument Logic and Construction | 8.0% | Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources. | Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility. | Argument is orderly but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis. | Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative. | Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative. |
| Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use) | 5.0% | Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is used. | Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register) or word choice are present. Sentence structure is correct but not varied. | Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are employed. | Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of speech. | Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. |
| Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment) | 5.0% | Template is not used appropriately, or documentation format is rarely followed correctly. | Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent. | Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present. | Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style. | All format elements are correct. |
| Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style) | 5.0% | Sources are not documented. | Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors. | Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present. | Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct. | Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error. |
| Total Weightage | 100% |
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