Research Paper - Organizational behavior class
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UndergraduateResearchPaperRubric.docI highly recommend consulting the writing center for this element of the assignment.
1. Length and elements: The paper length will be 6-8 pages minimum, double spaced and typed (this does not include your title page, abstract, or references page). You must include a cover sheet with the title of your paper and your name. After the cover page (but before the body of the paper) you must include an abstract, which is a brief, comprehensive summary of the paper, no longer than 120 words. Finally, references should be listed on a separate page after the body of the paper. Margins should be no wider than 1". Please number your pages.
2. Number of references: Your paper should include a minimum of 5 references. Appropriate sources include: (a) research articles from scientific journals (b) books. I want you to use sources that have strong scientific support. You must be able to cite your source according to APA format.
3. Format: Your paper should follow APA format. I have included examples of the APA format in this handout.
APA Format: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/18/
Undergraduate Research Paper Rubric
Name_______________________________________________________________
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Standards |
5 - 4 Exemplary |
3 - 2 Satisfactory |
1-0 Unacceptable |
Score |
Weight |
Total Score |
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Abstract |
Clearly states problem and question to be resolved; clearly summarizes method, results, and conclusions |
Summarizes problem, method, results, and conclusions but lacks some details |
Is vague about the problem; does not provide a summary of the whole project |
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X 2 |
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Introduction |
Provides background research into the topic and summarizes important findings from the review of the literature; describes problem to be solved; justifies the study; explains the significance of the problem to an audience of non-specialists |
Provides background research into the topic and describes the problem to be solved |
Provides background research into the topic but does not describe the problem to be solved; insufficient or nonexistent explanation of details to non-specialists |
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X 1 |
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Discussion |
Addresses the topic with clarity; organizes and synthesizes information; and draws conclusions |
Addresses the topic; lacks substantive conclusions; sometimes digresses from topic of focus |
Presents little to no clarity in formulating conclusions and/or organization |
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X 2 |
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Summary |
Presents a logical explanation for findings; presents clear recommendations and/or implications for future research |
Presents a logical explanation for findings |
Does not adequately explain findings |
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X 2 |
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Mechanics and documentation |
Is free or almost free of errors of grammar, spelling, and writing mechanics; appropriately documents sources |
Has errors but they don’t represent a major distraction; documents sources |
Has errors that obscure meaning of content or add confusion; neglects important sources or documents few to no resources |
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X 1 |
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Grand Total ___________________
