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Content
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49 to 54 points
The paper exceeds content requirements:
Introduction is clear and interesting; each paragraph contains one major idea; paragraph transitions are clear and maintain flow of thought; conclusion is objective and derives logically from the body of the paper.
Assignment parameters—length, subject, objectives—are met; demonstrates a clear understanding of subject; focus is clear and coherent, demonstrating awareness of audience; good development of ideas and concepts; assertions are clearly supported and/or illustrated.
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38 to 48 points
The paper meets content requirements:
Introduction is clear and interesting; each paragraph contains one major idea; paragraph transitions are clear and maintain flow of thought; conclusion is objective and derives logically from the body of the paper.
Assignment parameters—length, subject, objectives—are met; demonstrates a clear understanding of subject; focus is clear and coherent, demonstrating awareness of audience; good development of ideas and concepts; assertions are clearly supported and/or illustrated.
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1 to 37 points
The paper meets some of the content requirements:
Introduction is clear and interesting; each paragraph contains one major idea; paragraph transitions are clear and maintain flow of thought; conclusion is objective and derives logically from the body of the paper.
Assignment parameters—length, subject, objectives—are met; demonstrates a clear understanding of subject; focus is clear and coherent, demonstrating awareness of audience; good development of ideas and concepts; assertions are clearly supported and/or illustrated.
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0 points
Not present.
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Research and Sources
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27 to 30 points
The paper exceeds content requirements:
Paper incorporates relevant material from five sources; sources are legitimate and traceable, the appropriate depth and length, and relate clearly to the topic; research is effective and supports the findings.
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21 to 26 points
The paper meets content requirements:
Paper incorporates relevant material from five sources; sources are legitimate and traceable, the appropriate depth and length, and relate clearly to the topic; research is effective and supports the findings.
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1 to 20 points
The paper meets some of the content requirements:
Paper incorporates relevant material from five sources; sources are legitimate and traceable, the appropriate depth and length, and relate clearly to the topic; research is effective and supports the findings.
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0 points
Not present.
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Grammar and Mechanics
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14 to 16 points
The paper exceeds structure requirements:
Sentence fluency is coherent, unified, and varied; sentence structure is complete, clear, and concise; paper is free of grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation errors; words are precise, unambiguous, and appropriate.
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11 to 13 points
The paper meets structure requirements:
Sentence fluency is coherent, unified, and varied; sentence structure is complete, clear, and concise; paper is free of grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation errors; words are precise, unambiguous, and appropriate.
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1 to 12 points
The paper meets most of the structure requirements:
Sentence fluency is coherent, unified, and varied; sentence structure is complete, clear, and concise; paper is free of grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation errors; words are precise, unambiguous, and appropriate.
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0 points
Not present.
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APA Formatting
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18 to 20 points
The paper exceeds structure requirements:
Title and abstract are included and formatted in current APA style; citations match the reference page; margins, font style, and pagination are correct; headings are used appropriately; in-text citations are formatted correctly; reference page is formatted correctly.
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14 to 17 points
The paper meets structure requirements:
Title and abstract are included and formatted in current APA style; citations match the reference page; margins, font style, and pagination are correct; headings are used appropriately; in-text citations are formatted correctly; reference page is formatted correctly.
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1 to 13 points
The paper meets most of the structure requirements:
Title and abstract are included and formatted in current APA style; citations match the reference page; margins, font style, and pagination are correct; headings are used appropriately; in-text citations are formatted correctly; reference page is formatted correctly.
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0 points
Not present.
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