Psychology Research Paper (Child Abuse)

Criteria

Levels of Achievement

Points Possible

Points Earned

Structure

0 to 34 points

· Introduction is clear and interesting.

· Each paragraph is clear and contains 1 major idea.

· Paragraph transitions are clear and maintain flow of thought.

· Conclusion is objective and rises from content.

Content

0 to 40 points

· Assignment parameters (length, subject, objectives) are met.

· Understanding of subject is demonstrated.

· Focus is clear and coherent (good sense of audience).

· Good development of ideas and concepts.

· Assertions are clearly supported and/or illustrated.

Grammar and Mechanics

0 to 40 points

· Sentence fluency is coherent, unified, varied.

· Sentence structure is complete, clear and concise.

· Punctuation is correct.

· Spelling is correct.

· Words are precise, unambiguous, appropriate.

Research and Sources

0 to 40 points

· Materials are relevant to the topic.

· Effective research supports the findings.

· Appropriate depth and length of paper.

· Sources are legitimate and traceable.

· Information from all 10 sources is included.

Format

0 to 46 points

· Current APA format is used exclusively throughout.

· Title and abstract are formatted correctly.

· Citations match reference page.

· Margins, font/type style, and pagination are correct.

· Appropriate use of headings.

· Correct format of in-text citations.

· Reference page format is correct.

Total

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