Write a 750–1250 word -count paper identifying the functions selected and why you selected them. The Abstract must be 120 words single paragraph overview clearly stating the paper's intent.

Criteria

Highly Developed

Developed

Basic

Needs Improvement

Not Present

Criterion Score

Abstract

11 points

The abstract presents a succinct, 120 words, single- paragraph The abstract presents a succinct, 120 words, single- paragraph The abstract presenting a 120-word paragraph was not present or An abstract is attempted but is not properly formatted and is not close to The abstract is not present or does not reflect the overview that clearly states the paper's intent, with proper formatting and placement in the paper.

10 points

The abstract presents a succinct, 120 words, single- paragraph overview that states the paper's intent, but could be more concise and clearer with proper formatting and placement in the paper.

9 points

The abstract presenting a 120-word paragraph was not present or may not be formatted or placed properly in the paper.

8 points

An abstract is attempted but is not properly formatted and is not close to the required word count.

7 points

The abstract is not present or does not reflect the necessary requirements.

Score of Abstract,

/ 11

Introduction

11 points

The introduction is engaging, states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper.

10 points

The introduction states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper.

9 points

The introduction states the main topic but does not adequately preview the structure of the paper.

8 points

The introduction unclearly states the topic and does not adequately preview the structure of the paper.

7 points

The introduction is not present or does not reflect the necessary requirements.

Score of Introduction,

/ 11

Content

11 points

Each paragraph has thoughtful, supporting, detail sentences that develop the main idea.

10 points

Each paragraph has sufficient, supporting, detail sentences that develop the main idea.

9 points

Some paragraphs lack supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea.

8 points

Most paragraphs lack supporting detail sentences. The main idea is not clearly conveyed.

7 points

The content is not present or does not reflect the necessary requirements.

Score of Content,

/ 11

Requirements of the Paper

11 points

All questions posed in the assignment were answered in a clear and concise way that contributed to the main content of the paper and word count met. (750-1250 MIN)

10 points

All questions posed in the assignment were answered that contributed to the main content of the paper and word count met. Some ideas are slightly unclear. (750-1250 MIN)

9 points

Most questions posed in the assignment were answered that contributed to the main content of the paper and word count met. Many ideas are unclear.

8 points

Some questions posed in the assignment were answered but were not clear and concise or word count was not met

7 points

Many questions were left unanswered or do not reflect the necessary requirements.

Score of Requirements of the Paper,

/ 11

Conclusion

11 points

The conclusion is engaging, succinctly addressed the main points, and restates the thesis. 

10 points

The conclusion restates the main points and the thesis 

9 points

The conclusion restates the thesis but misses some main points. 

8 points

The conclusion misses many main points, partially restates the thesis, or includes new ideas.

7 points

The conclusion is not present or does not reflect the necessary requirements.

Score of Conclusion,

/ 11

Mechanics

11 points

No errors in grammar, punctuation, capitalization, or spelling. Paper clearly conveys position and thoughtful reflection.

10 points

No errors in grammar, punctuation, capitalization, or spelling.

9 points

Almost no errors in grammar, punctuation, capitalization, or spelling.

8 points

Many errors in grammar, punctuation, capitalization, or spelling.

7 points

Substantial errors in grammar, punctuation, capitalization, or spelling.

Score of Mechanics,

/ 11

APA in-text Citations and References

11 points

All In-text cited works, both text and visual, are done in a correct format with no errors. All cited references are done in a correct format with no errors.

10 points

Many In-text cited works, both text and visual, are done in a correct format. Minor inconsistencies are evident. Many cited references are done in a correct format. Minor inconsistencies are evident.

9 points

Some In-text cited works, both text and visual, are done in a correct format. Inconsistencies evident. Some cited references are done in a correct format. Inconsistencies are evident.

8 points

Few In-text cited works, both text and visual, are done in a correct format. Few cited references are done in a correct format.

7 points

The APA in-text citations and references are not present or do not reflect the necessary requirements.

Score of APA in-text Citations and References,

/ 11

Timely Submission

11 points

Assignment submission was on time

10 points

Assignment submission was one hour late

9 points

Assignment submission was more than one hour late

8 points

Assignment submission was not on time but has professor approval 

7 points

Assignment submission was not on time and did not have professor approval

Score of Timely Submission,

/ 11