Comparision Summary

Levels

Criteria

1

Did Not Meet Expectations

2

Met Expectations

3

Exceeded Expectations

Clarity

Writing is not clear. It is difficult to understand points being made. The writing lacks transitions, and few examples and/or illustrations are provided to support explanation or recommendations.

Writing is generally well organized and understood. Transitions are used to facilitate clarity. Some examples and/illustrations are used to support explanation or recommendations.

Writing is succinct, precise,

effectively organized and

without ambiguity. Transitions, explanation and elaboration are extensive to elucidate

points. Detailed illustrations and/or examples are used to

support explanation or

recommendations.

Relevance

Critical issues/questions are

omitted or ignored in the

writing.

Most of the critical issues/questions are

addressed in the writing.

All critical issues/questions

are addressed completely in

the writing.

Depth of

Discussion

Ignores bias; Omits arguments; Misrepresents issues; Excludes data; Includes but does not detect inconsistencies of information; Ideas contain unnecessary gaps, repetition or extraneous details; Sees no arguments and overlooks differences.

Detects bias; Recognizes arguments; Categorizes content; Paraphrases data;

Sufficient detail to support conclusions and/or recommendations.

Analysis includes insightful

questions; Refutes bias; Discusses issues thoroughly;

Critiques content; Values information; Examines inconsistencies; Offers extensive detail to support conclusions and recommendations; Suggests

solutions or implementation

Breadth of Discussion

Omits arguments or

perspectives; Misses major

content areas/concepts;

Presents few options.

Covers the breadth of the topic without being superfluous.

Considers multiple

perspectives; Thoroughly delves into the issues/ questions; Thoroughly discusses facts relevant to the issues.

Integration of All

Elements of Reasoning

Fails to draw conclusions or

conclusions rely on author’s

authority rather than strength of presentation; Draws faulty conclusions; Shows intellectual dishonesty.

Formulates clear conclusions with adequate support.

Assimilates and critically

reviews information, uses

reasonable judgment, and

provides balanced, well

justified conclusions.

Internal Consistency

There is little integration across the sections of the paper. Several inconsistencies or

contradictions exist. Few of the issues, recommendations and explanations make sense and are well integrated.

Sections of the paper are generally well linked/ connected. Only minor contradictions exist. Most of the issues, recommendations and explanations make sense and are well integrated.

All sections of the paper are

linked. There are no contradictions in the

writing. All issues, recommendations and

explanations make sense

and are well integrated.

Topics

Comments

Max. Grade

Problem Statement (10%)

· The problem of the organization is clearly defined, e.g. the essential issue(s) and its variables are foregrounded in the discussion.

Problem Statement (10%)

10

Analysis (40%)

· There is a clear and logically-supported conceptual schema or model that is used to analyze the problem at hand.

· The analysis is connected to evidence [from the case]

· The model references the primary source of the ideas or concepts being used.

· Key stakeholders are identified, and their needs accurately assessed

Analysis (40%)

40

Implications (30%)

· The implications follow clearly from the model and/or concepts used

· The implications are supported by clear evidence

· Claims and explanations are backed with in-text references to sources.

Implications (30%)

30

Style/Mechanics (20%)

APA

· Citations/reference page follow APA guidelines

· Properly cites ideas/info from other sources

Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling

· Rules of grammar, usage, punctuation are followed

· Spelling is correct

Readability/Style

· Sentences are complete, clear, and concise

· Sentences are well-constructed with consistently strong, varied structure

· Transitions between sentences/paragraphs/ sections help maintain the flow of thought

· Words used are precise and unambiguous

· The tone is appropriate to the audience, content, and assignment

Style/ Mechanics (20%)

20

Grade on 100

100