Research
2 years ago
50
Template.docx
ResearchPaperAssignmentInstructions.pdf
Week6-ResearchPaperGradingRubric.pdf
- ExamplePaper.pdf
Template.docx
School of Education, Liberty University
Author Note
I have no known conflict of interest to disclose.
Correspondence concerning this article should be addressed to . Email:
Abstract
2
2
References
ResearchPaperAssignmentInstructions.pdf
RESEARCH PAPER ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
OVERVIEW
The Research Paper Assignment for this course will be based on the topic you chose at the beginning of the course concerning teaching and learning. Your paper must be 15–20 pages and written in formal current APA style (refer to the information and sample paper provided in the course’s Writing Style Guides). This assignment is a review of the literature on the topic that represents a practical problem in education. You should not conduct original research for this assignment.
INSTRUCTIONS
The minimum number of resources to be used for the paper is 10. All resources must be from scholarly or peer-reviewed journals (usually found from databases such as ERIC, EBSCO Host, or Info Trac). Resources must be diverse in nature, including articles from scholarly journals, books, and professional websites. The research aspect must be your diligent work in ascertaining current, scholarly resources to support your writing about the topic/issue. At least ten of your resources must be five years old or newer. If you use older resources (particularly in the Historical Summary section), be sure that at least ten in the overall paper are five years old or newer. You should use at least some of the sources identified in your Annotated Bibliography Assignment.
The required parts to include are as follows:
• Cover Page • Abstract • Introduction • Historical Summary: How did the issue develop and how has it been viewed in the past? • Current Issue: described in the present culture of education and including strategies that are in place to address the issue • Biblical integration: What does Scripture say about the issue? • Conclusion
This assignment is to be written in the third person and should be in expository form. You must present facts and research supported by scholarly literature. The Biblical Integration section must be supported by Scripture and must make a clear connection between a Biblical worldview and the topic.
Be sure to view the Research Paper Grading Rubric to ensure that you know all criteria and expectations for how your paper will be assessed.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
Week6-ResearchPaperGradingRubric.pdf
Criteria Ratings Points
Purpose and Problem/Issue
20 to >17 pts
Advanced
The writer’s central purpose or argument is readily apparent to the reader. The thesis is well developed and clearly focused. The paper has a balanced presentation of relevant and legitimate information that clearly identifies the problem or issue and why it is significant. The writer develops a thoughtful, focused, in-depth analysis of the significant topic. The reader gains important insights.
17 to >16 pts
Proficient
The writing has a clear purpose or argument but may sometimes digress from it. The thesis is somewhat developed, but it may not be clearly focused. The information provides adequate support for a central thesis or argument. The analysis is basic and general. The reader gains adequate insight.
16 to >0 pts
Developing
The central purpose or argument is not consistently clear throughout the paper. The thesis is unclear or missing. Information may support a central focus or argument at times, and some analysis is evident. The reader gains few insights.
0 pts
Not Present
20 pts
Historical Summary
30 to >27 pts
Advanced
The historical summary provides a detailed description of the background of the problem. The assertions are specific and include support from credible sources of information such as scholarly journals and other reliable sources.
27 to >24 pts
Proficient
The historical summary partially describes the background of the problem with some details that point to why it is significant. The assertions are more general in nature and sometimes include support from credible sources of information such as scholarly journals and other reliable sources.
24 to >0 pts
Developing
The historical summary minimally describes the background of the problem and does not demonstrate the significance of the issue. More development of the ideas is needed. The assertions frequently do not include support from credible sources of information such as scholarly journals and other reliable sources.
0 pts
Not Present
30 pts
Research Paper Grading Rubric | EDUC735_B02_202430
Criteria Ratings Points
Current Research and Strategies
30 to >27 pts
Advanced
The current research section demonstrates a solid understanding of the current information regarding the topic and at least two strategies that are frequently used to address the issue. The strategies are described in a way that demonstrates how they are used and the efficacy of each. Reliable, scholarly sources are used as evidence of the ideas presented.
27 to >24 pts
Proficient
The current research section demonstrates an understanding of the current information regarding the topic and one or two strategies that are frequently used to address the issue. The strategies are described in a way that somewhat demonstrates how they are used and/or the efficacy of each. Reliable, scholarly sources are used as evidence of the ideas presented in most of this section.
24 to >0 pts
Developing
The current research section demonstrates a superficial understanding of the current information regarding the topic and the strategies that are frequently used to address the issue. frequently used to address the issue. The strategies are described in a way that does not adequately demonstrate how they are used and/or the efficacy of each. Reliable, scholarly sources are used inconsistently as evidence of the ideas presented.
0 pts
Not Present
30 pts
Biblical Worldview
25 to >22 pts
Advanced
After the issue/topic has been addressed from both sides of the issue in an unbiased, expository way, the author inserts what Scripture includes about the topic. Any assertions from the author are supported by Biblical examples and Scripture references.
22 to >20 pts
Proficient
After the issue/topic has been addressed from both sides of the issue in an unbiased, expository way, the author inserts what Scripture includes about the topic.
20 to >0 pts
Developing
Although the issue/topic has been addressed from both sides of the issue in an unbiased, expository way, the author includes some Biblical ideas that may or may not be supported by Scripture.
0 pts
Not Present
25 pts
Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics
15 to >13 pts
Advanced
Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Third-person is used throughout the paper.
13 to >12 pts
Proficient
There are some spelling and grammar errors. Sentences require some re-reading for understanding. Third-person is used throughout the paper.
12 to >0 pts
Developing
Spelling and grammar errors distract the reader. Sentences are incomplete or unclear. Third-person is used inconsistently throughout the paper.
0 pts
Not Present
15 pts
Research Paper Grading Rubric | EDUC735_B02_202430
Criteria Ratings Points
Format 15 to >13 pts
Advanced
Current APA format is used accurately and consistently in all citations. This includes both the body of the paper and the References list.
13 to >12 pts
Proficient
Current APA format is used with minor errors in the body of the paper or the References list.
12 to >0 pts
Developing
There are frequent errors in current APA format in the body of the paper or the References list.
0 pts
Not Present
15 pts
Length and Sources Addresses Requirements
15 to >13 pts
Advanced
The body of the paper is 15-20 pages. Additional pages include a title page, abstract, and reference list. The paper addresses all of the required sections.
There are at least 10 sources from a scholarly journal, book, or professional website that are five years old or newer.
13 to >12 pts
Proficient
The body of the paper is less than 15 pages and does not include 1 or more of the following: a title page, abstract, and/or reference list. The paper addresses most of the required sections.
There are fewer than 10 sources from a scholarly journal, book, or professional website that are five years old or newer.
12 to >0 pts
Developing
The body of the paper is less than 15 pages and results in an underdeveloped paper. It does not include any of the following: a title page, abstract, and/or reference list. The paper is missing 1 or more of the required sections.
There are fewer than 5 sources from a scholarly journal, book, or professional website that are five years old or newer.
0 pts
Not Present
15 pts
Total Points: 150
Research Paper Grading Rubric | EDUC735_B02_202430