Problem

Criteria

Excellent (22-25 points)

Average (20-21 points)

Needs improvement (17-19 points)

Needs improvement (15-16 points)

Does not meet requirements (0-14 points)

Fully addresses the question(s), is in-depth, incorporates accurate understanding of course content, supports all claims with research evidence and is well-written (few to no errors). Minimal to no direct quotations. All three levels (federal, state and local) are clearly discussed in detail. Additional idea clearly presented and thought out.

Fully academic and research based discussion.

Fully addresses the question(s), is somewhat in-depth. incorporates some understanding of course content, and is well written (few to no errors). Minimal direct quotations from course material. All three levels presented with minimal detail. Additional idea presented but not elaborated clearly.

Fully academic and research based discussion.

Mostly addresses the question(s), is somewhat in-depth, may incorporate some understanding of course content, and may have some grammatical errors and/or netiquette issues. Heavy reliance on quotes rather than summarizing material in own words.

All three levels not present; additional idea presented.

Somewhat addresses the question(s), is not in-depth, incorporates little understanding of course content, and may have some grammatical errors and/or netiquette issues. Heavy reliance on quotes rather than summarizing material in own words.

All three levels not present; additional idea not presented.

Personal experiences and opinions are present and used as supporting evidence.

Does not address the question(s), is not in-depth, incorporates little understanding of course content, and may have numerous grammatical errors and/or netiquette issues. Heavy reliance on quotes rather than summarizing material in own words. All three levels not present; additional idea not presented.