Thesis Statement

Category

Description

Weighting

Possible Points

Points Earned

Content

1. Specific issues related the main ideas of the paper that considers oversight of agency action and the permitting processes, as well as an outline of assumptions made about provisions of any law; agency regulations are adequately addressed including assumptions made about law and the regulatory process.

1. Specific research related to the topics was adequate and it is clear that relevant components of such research have been addressed.

1. Overall length meets the assignment parameters of 1–2 pages in length.

60%

18

Sentence Mastery

1. Sentences are consistently grammatical. Major sentence-level errors, including fragments, run-ons, and comma splices, are avoided.

1. Sentences are graceful, i.e., they can be read aloud without awkwardness, awkward pauses, or running out of breath.

1. Language is rich, precise, and vivid.

10%

3

Grammar and Mechanics

1. Spelling is proficient. Spellcheck has been used to avoid egregious errors.

1. Grammar and mechanics are sound, including mastery of the following key elements: subject-verb agreement; verb form; appropriate punctuation and capitalization; apostrophe use; appropriate word use.

1. There are no extra words, and there are no missing words.

10%

3

Organization and Format

1. Organization and structure are clear and easy to follow. Writing shows clear purpose and orderly transitions from beginning to end. Sentences consistently establish this organization and flow rather than interrupt it.

1. Format meets APA guidelines and Bluebook rules as appropriate, including use of title pages. There is no playful experimentation with fancy fonts.

1. It is written for the appropriate audience.

10%

3

Citation Style

1. Writing shows both internal citations in the body of the text as well as a proper list of references at the end of the paper, following APA or Bluebook format.

1. Citations appear consistently where needed, whether following quoted or paraphrased material in the text.

1. Note: In papers requiring secondary sources, failure to provide any citation does not result in a deduction of 10% from the paper, but will result in a failed paper and a plagiarism investigation.

10%

3

Total: 100%

[30] Possible Points

Points Earned

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