The Diverse Nature of Psychology Paper

Content and Organization  60 Percent

Points Earned 0/45

Comments:

All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way.

· Paper is 700 - 1,050 words in length

· Analyze the diverse nature of psychology

· Evaluate the influence of diversity on psychology’s major concepts

· Identify 2 examples of subdisciplines and 2 examples of subtopics within psychology. Choose the major concepts from the following:

· Motivation: theory of emotion, and approach and avoidance

· Behaviorism: aggression, cheating, and binge drinking

· Cognition: cognitive dissonance and false memories

· How can the subdisciplines and subtopics you identified be applied to other disciplines and venues in contemporary society?

· Relate the subdisciplines and subtopics to your theoretical perspective.

· Conclude with your psychological contribution to society in the areas of work, education, health, and leisure.

· Write in 3rd person

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Faculty will not correct every error just those in the first pages. The student is expected to review for similar issues and correct for future assignments.

The content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive.

The paper develops a central theme or idea, directed toward the appropriate audience.

Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically.

· Paper includes citations when needed.

· At least three peer-reviewed references are used.

Organization/Development  20 Percent

Points Earned 0/15

Comments:

The paper has a structure that is clear, logical, and easy to follow. 

Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow throughout the paper.

The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.

The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.

The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and reviews the major points.

Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought.

Mechanics 20 Percent

Points Earned 0/15

Comments:

The paper, including the title page, reference page, margins, tables, and appendices, follow APA guidelines for format.

Citations of original works within the body of the paper follow APA guidelines.

The paper is laid out with effective use of headings, font styles, and white space.

Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed and paper is written in 3rd person.

Spelling is correct.

Sentences are well structured, complete, clear, concise and varied. 

Total 100 Percent

Points Earned 0/75

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