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AP Paper Rubric Use of AI in any papers or other writing assignments in this program is prohibited, and is considered in violation of the academic dishonesty policy.

Paper must have at least two references from peer-reviewed journals. May use a textbook in addition to the two or more other references. Length of the paper should be at least 7 pages: 1 title page, 1 (or more) reference page(s) and a minimum of 5 full pages of content. Papers should be your original writing, and not be more than 20% citation. Anatomy & Physiology is the study of the normal structure and function of the body. When either or both of these are altered from normal, a disease state exists. Choose a pathology that alters the normal structure and/or function of the body. In your paper, explain what the disease is and how it causes alteration of the normal cellular body structure and/or function. Also include what populations are most affected. Describe the signs and symptoms of the disease. Explain how the disease is diagnosed; include any imaging studies, blood tests, procedures or other modalities used in diagnosis. Discuss how the disease is treated (medically, surgically, etc.) and what the prognosis is for this particular disease.

Levels of Achievement

Criteria Novice Competent Proficient

Introduction / Description / Length Weight 29.00%

0.00 % Does not explain how the disease alters normal structure and/or function at the cellular or macroscopic level. Does not cover all signs/symptoms or populations most affected.

50.00 % Discusses the disease in general but lacks details. 3 pgs

100.00 % Clearly explains what it is and how that disease alters the normal anatomy and/or physiology (structure and/or function) of the human body. Discusses all signs and symptoms; along with populations affected. 5 pgs

Diagnosis Weight 28.00%

0.00 % Does not explain how the disease is diagnosed and/or specific tests/procedures used.

50.00 % Missing some diagnostic modalities, or details.

100.00 % Thoroughly explains how it is diagnosed clinically and with testing. Includes specific tests used to diagnose it. -- For example: which Blood tests, Imaging Studies, Etc.

Treatment Weight 28.00%

0.00 % Does not explain specifics of treatment modalities or prognosis.

50.00 % Discusses some but not all available treatment options and/or does not discuss prognosis.

100.00 % Explains how it is treated. Including specifics of treatment -- which drugs/surgical procedures/therapies/etc. Includes prognosis of the disease.

Academic writing Weight 5.00%

0.00 % Professional, academic writing is not employed throughout the entire paper.

50.00 % Professional, academic writing employed throughout some portion of the paper.

100.00 % Professional, academic writing employed throughout the entire paper.

Grammar & Spelling Weight 5.00%

0.00 % 5+ errors

50.00 % 3-5 errors

100.00 % Appropriate sentence structure, grammar, and punctuation with two or fewer errors.

AMA Format Weight 5.00%

0.00 % 5+ errors

50.00 % 3-5 errors.

100.00 % AMA format is followed with two or fewer errors.