Body Fat and Eating Disorders Paper

Content and Development (42 points)

Points Earned: / 42

Length: 350 to 700 words

Additional Comments:

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

       Describes body composition and the risks associated with excess body fat

       Assesses factors that influence the obesity epidemic

       Identifies some health problems associated with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder

       Explains, from a physiological standpoint, how eating disorders may lead to health problems

       Provide at least three examples to support student’s answer

Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive.

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

       The summary is the appropriate words in length.

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

       Introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.

       Conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and reviews the major points.

Readability and Style (14 points)

Points Earned: / 14

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

Additional Comments:

The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.

Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.

Sentences are well constructed, strong, and varied.

Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought.

Mechanics (14 points)

Points Earned: / 14

Formatting is consistent with APA guidelines (including headings, title page, and reference page) and meets course-level requirements (outlined at the Center for Writing Excellence).

Additional Comments:

Intellectual property is recognized with in-text citations and a reference page.

Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.

Spelling is correct.