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Week 1 Individual

Individual Assignment: Mission, Vision, and You Paper
Purpose of Assignment
The Week 1 assignment allows students to explore their own company or one they are familiar with and relate this to their own experience to determine the importance of the mission and vision of a business as well as the influence this may have on their own role.
Grading Guide
Content Met Partially Met Not Met Points Comments:
The paper includes the mission statement of the selected organization. x 10 Your paper included the mission statement for your selected organization.
The paper includes the vision statement of the selected organization. x 10 Your paper included the vision statement for your selected organization.
The paper includes a discussion of the role of the mission and vision statements on the operation of the organization and how they align with the company’s actions. x 10 Your paper included a discussion on how the mission and vision statements impact the operation of the business and how they align with the company’s action.
The paper includes a discussion of the effect of the mission and vision statements on the student as employee or manager. x 10 Your paper included a discussion on the effect the mission and vision statements have on key stakeholders
The paper includes an explanation of the effects of not having a mission or vision statement. x 10 You discussed the effects of not having a mission or vision statement in detail.
The paper is 350- to 700-words in length. x 10 Your paper met word count
Total Available Total Earned 60.0
60
Writing Guidelines Partially Met Not Met Comments:
The paper—including tables and graphs, headings, title page, and reference page—is consistent with APA formatting guidelines and meets course-level requirements. x 10 Your paper met APA requirements
Intellectual property is recognized with in-text citations and a reference page. x 10 Your paper included proper citations
Paragraph and sentence transitions are present, logical, and maintain the flow throughout the paper. x 5 Your paper flowed logically
Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. x 5 You used clear and concise language in your paper
Rules of grammar and usage are followed including spelling and punctuation. x 10 Your paper did not include significant grammar errors.
Total Available Total Earned 40
40
Assignment Total # 100 100.00
OVERALL ASSIGNMENT NOTES: Excellent work overall on your paper. Your total paper score is: 100
Days Late (if any): 0
Final Score Minus any Late Penalty 100
Since this assignment is worth 5 points, and you earned 100 points on the paper, you will receive 5 total points on this paper.

Week 2 Individual

CRITERIA NEEDS IMPROVEMENT SATISFACTORY EXCEPTIONAL Feedback/Comments Total Section SCORE
Content Max: 50 Points The writer does not demonstrate cursory understanding of subject matter, and the purpose of the paper is not stated. The objective, therefore, is not addressed and supporting materials are not correctly referenced. FEWER THAN 20 POINTS The writer demonstrates limited understanding of the subject matter in that theories are not well connected to a practical experience or appropriate examples, though the attempt to research the topic is evident, and materials are correctly referenced. 20- 40 POINTS The writer demonstrates an understanding of the subject matter by clearly stating the objective of the paper and links theories to practical experience. The paper includes relevant material that is correctly referenced, and this material fulfills the objective of the paper. 41-50 POINTS In this paper, I asked you to, in 1,400- to 1,750-word paper in which you explain the importance of innovation in your selected business's vision, mission, and values, and determine your business model for this new division. Your total section score is: 50/50
Notes: Solid vision and mission statements. I enjoyed your discussion on the principles and values of your organization. Good use of references throughout the paper. Did you develop a customer-focused, innovative mission statement that defines your business's division, products/services, and customers? YES 10
Did you create a vision that demonstrates the future goals of your organization? YES 10
Did you define your guiding principles and values? YES 10
Did you analyze how your organization's vision, mission, and values guide the organization’s strategic direction? YES 10
Did you use business and academic references appropriately to support your claims? YES 10
Organization- Max: 20 Points Paragraphs do not focus around a central point, and concepts are disjointedly introduced or poorly defended (i.e., stream of consciousness). FEWER THAN 20 POINTS Topics/content could be organized in a more logical manner. Transitions from one idea to the next are often disconnected and uneven. 8-16 POINTS The writer focuses on ideas and concepts within paragraphs, and sentences are well-connected and meaningful. Each topic logically follows the objective. The introduction clearly states the objective or ideas leading to the purpose of the paper, and a conclusion draws the ideas together. 17-20 POINTS In this section I am scoring on the following items: 1. Overall Logical Flow 2. Clarity of Organization and proper use of sub-titles (I.e. did each paragraph logically follow the last?) 3. Did all of the paragraphs follow proper structure (i.e. did each paragraph have apx. 4-6 sentences that support one main topic?) 4. Was each point clearly defended? Were there statements that added no value to the paper? 5. Did the paper have a clear introduction that stated the main points of the paper? 6. Did the paper have a clear conclusion that summarized key points? Your total section score is: 20/20
Notes: You have a well-developed introduction and conclusion. 17 to 20 POINTS Did the paper follow a logical progression? YES 4
Was it clear and easy to follow? Did it make use of subtitles in a correct way? YES 4
Did every point have a purpose? Were topics defended well? YES 4
8 to 16 POINTS Did the paper have a good introduction? YES 4
FEWER THAN 8 POINTS Did the paper have a good conclusion? YES 4
FORMAT Max: 10 Points The paper does not conform to APA style. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS The paper does not conform completely to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing, pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). 4 to 8 POINTS The paper is correctly formatted to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Was the paper correctly formatted to APA style, including (especially) headers, citations, and references - Was there any plagiarism noted in the paper? -Were all references within the paper included in the reference list, and vice versa? *Tip for success: Run all papers through the plagiarism Checker Your total section score is: 4/10
Notes: Your references are not in APA format. Please visit the center for writing excellence for more information on how to properly cite references from the internet. You may also use the reference generator which can be found under the “useful links” section in the lower left corner of the classroom discussion page. Were all APA style Guidelines met? NO 0
Was the paper free from plagiarism? YES 4
Were all references noted correctly? NO 0
Grammar and Punctuation Max: 10 Points The writer demonstrates limited understanding of formal written language use; writing is colloquial (i.e., conforms to spoken language). Grammar and punctuation are consistently incorrect. Spelling errors are numerous. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS The writer occasionally uses awkward sentence construction or overuses and/or inappropriately uses complex sentence structure. Problems with word usage (e.g., evidence of incorrect use of Thesaurus) and punctuation persist, often causing difficulties with grammar. 4 to 8 POINTS The writer demonstrates correct usage of formal English language in sentence construction. Variation in sentence structure and word usage promotes readability. There are no spelling, punctuation, or word usage errors. 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Grammar and punctuation -Proper sentence structure -Word choice -Spelling Errors *Tip for success: Run all papers through the grammar checker at the CWE. Also, read your paper out loud slowly to someone else; it will help identify long, or overly complex sentences. Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes: The paper was free of grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors. Did the paper utilize proper grammar, and punctuation? YES 2
Did the paper have limited spelling errors? YES 2
Did all sentences in the paper display proper structure? YES 2
Did the writer make good word choices? YES 2
Did variation in sentence structure and word choice enhance readability? Did the paper have limited redundancy? YES 2
Clarity & Style Max: 10 Points The writer struggles with limited vocabulary and has difficulty conveying meaning such that only the broadest, most general messages are presented. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS Some words, transitional phrases, and conjunctions are overused. Ideas may be overstated, and sentences with limited contribution to the subject are included. 4 to 8 POINTS The reading audience is correctly identified, demonstrated by appropriate language usage (i.e., avoiding jargon and simplifying complex concepts appropriately). Writing is concise, in active voice, and avoids awkward transitions and overuse of conjunctions. 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Clarity and ease of reading -Jargon and the use of technical terms -Active voice (and consistent use of tenses) -Conciseness -Only third person writing *Tip for success: Remove all usages of "I, me, we, or us", as they are words that represent a first person writing style. Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes: No issues to report Was the paper easy to clear and easy to read? YES 2
Did the paper use limited jargon? YES 2
Was the paper written in the third person? YES 2
Was the paper in active voice, and use a consistent tense? YES 2
Was the paper concise? Were the points stated confidently? YES 2
OVERALL ASSIGNMENT NOTES: Overall, you have a great idea here. I really think that your idea is unique and there is certainly a market for this. Good work on this paper! Your total paper score is: 94
Days Late (if any): 0
Final Score Minus any Late Penalty 94
Since this assignment is worth 8 points, and you earned 94 points on the paper, you will receive 7.52 total points on this paper.
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Week 3 Individual

CRITERIA NEEDS IMPROVEMENT SATISFACTORY EXCEPTIONAL Feedback/Comments Total Section SCORE
Content Max: 50 Points The writer does not demonstrate cursory understanding of subject matter, and the purpose of the paper is not stated. The objective, therefore, is not addressed and supporting materials are not correctly referenced. FEWER THAN 20 POINTS The writer demonstrates limited understanding of the subject matter in that theories are not well connected to a practical experience or appropriate examples, though the attempt to research the topic is evident, and materials are correctly referenced. 20- 40 POINTS The writer demonstrates an understanding of the subject matter by clearly stating the objective of the paper and links theories to practical experience. The paper includes relevant material that is correctly referenced, and this material fulfills the objective of the paper. 41-50 POINTS In this paper, I asked you to create a SWOTT matrix for your business, and then analyze 7 factors of that SWOTT analysis within a 1050 word paper. I will be looking for a complete SWOTT chart and a well-written, well-organized paper. Your total section score is: 35/50
Notes: It looks like you are on the right track with your SWOTT table however, it is not completely correct. See the attached SWOTT file for an example of what I am looking for. This will help you on the final paper. I did not see a discussion of your hypothesis for each issue facing your business. Good use of references. Did you include a fully completed SWOTT matrix? Were the factors you noted classified correctly within each SWOTT section? IN PART 5
Did your paper provide a synopsis of 7 of those forces and trends? And did 2 of those 7 topics cover economic and legal/regulatory factors? YES 10
Did the paper generate a hypothesis surrounding each issue and note research questions to use for conducting analysis? NO 0
Did the paper Identify the circumstances surrounding each issue, and include suggested recommendations for action for each topic? YES 10
Did you use business and academic references appropriately to support your claims? YES 10
Organization- Max: 20 Points Paragraphs do not focus around a central point, and concepts are disjointedly introduced or poorly defended (i.e., stream of consciousness). FEWER THAN 20 POINTS Topics/content could be organized in a more logical manner. Transitions from one idea to the next are often disconnected and uneven. 8-16 POINTS The writer focuses on ideas and concepts within paragraphs, and sentences are well-connected and meaningful. Each topic logically follows the objective. The introduction clearly states the objective or ideas leading to the purpose of the paper, and a conclusion draws the ideas together. 17-20 POINTS In this section I am scoring on the following items: 1. Overall Logical Flow 2. Clarity of Organization and proper use of sub-titles (I.e. did each paragraph logically follow the last?) 3. Did all of the paragraphs follow proper structure (i.e. did each paragraph have apx. 4-6 sentences that support one main topic?) 4. Was each point clearly defended? Were there statements that added no value to the paper? 5. Did the paper have a clear introduction that stated the main points of the paper? 6. Did the paper have a clear conclusion that summarized key points? Your total section score is: 20/20
Notes: The introduction was strong and fully introduced all the main requirements of the paper. The conclusion fully summarized the main requirements and closed out the paper. 17 to 20 POINTS Did the paper follow a logical progression? YES 4
Was it clear and easy to follow? Did it make use of subtitles in a correct way? YES 4
Did every point have a purpose? Were topics defended well? YES 4
8 to 16 POINTS Did the paper have a good introduction? YES 4
FEWER THAN 8 POINTS Did the paper have a good conclusion? YES 4
FORMAT Max: 10 Points The paper does not conform to APA style. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS The paper does not conform completely to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing, pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). 4 to 8 POINTS The paper is correctly formatted to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Was the paper correctly formatted to APA style, including (especially) headers, citations, and references - Was there any plagiarism noted in the paper? -Were all references within the paper included in the reference list, and vice versa? *Tip for success: Run all papers through the plagiarism Checker Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes:The paper met APA guidelines. Were all APA style Guidelines met? YES 3
Was the paper free from plagiarism? YES 4
Were all references noted correctly? YES 3
Grammar and Punctuation Max: 10 Points The writer demonstrates limited understanding of formal written language use; writing is colloquial (i.e., conforms to spoken language). Grammar and punctuation are consistently incorrect. Spelling errors are numerous. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS The writer occasionally uses awkward sentence construction or overuses and/or inappropriately uses complex sentence structure. Problems with word usage (e.g., evidence of incorrect use of Thesaurus) and punctuation persist, often causing difficulties with grammar. 4 to 8 POINTS The writer demonstrates correct usage of formal English language in sentence construction. Variation in sentence structure and word usage promotes readability. There are no spelling, punctuation, or word usage errors. 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Grammar and punctuation -Proper sentence structure -Word choice -Spelling Errors *Tip for success: Run all papers through the grammar checker at the CWE. Also, read your paper out loud slowly to someone else; it will help identify long, or overly complex sentences. Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes:The paper was free of grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors. Did the paper utilize proper grammar, and punctuation? YES 2
Did the paper have limited spelling errors? YES 2
Did all sentences in the paper display proper structure? YES 2
Did the writer make good word choices? YES 2
Did variation in sentence structure and word choice enhance readability? Did the paper have limited redundancy? YES 2
Clarity & Style Max: 10 Points The writer struggles with limited vocabulary and has difficulty conveying meaning such that only the broadest, most general messages are presented. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS Some words, transitional phrases, and conjunctions are overused. Ideas may be overstated, and sentences with limited contribution to the subject are included. 4 to 8 POINTS The reading audience is correctly identified, demonstrated by appropriate language usage (i.e., avoiding jargon and simplifying complex concepts appropriately). Writing is concise, in active voice, and avoids awkward transitions and overuse of conjunctions. 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Clarity and ease of reading -Jargon and the use of technical terms -Active voice (and consistent use of tenses) -Conciseness -Only third person writing *Tip for success: Remove all usages of "I, me, we, or us", as they are words that represent a first person writing style. Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes:No issues to report here. Was the paper easy to clear and easy to read? YES 2
Did the paper use limited jargon? YES 2
Was the paper written in the third person? Yes 2
Was the paper in active voice, and use a consistent tense? Yes 2
Was the paper concise? Were the points stated confidently? Yes 2
OVERALL ASSIGNMENT NOTES: You need to work a little more on your SWOTT matrix. See the attached sample for an idea of what you need to create in order to get full credit on your final paper. Your total paper score is: 85
Days Late (if any): 0
Final Score Minus any Late Penalty 85
Since this assignment is worth 8 points, and you earned 85 points on the paper, you will receive 6.8 total points on this paper.
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Week 4 Individual

CRITERIA NEEDS IMPROVEMENT SATISFACTORY EXCEPTIONAL Feedback/Comments Total Section SCORE
Content Max: 50 Points The writer does not demonstrate cursory understanding of subject matter, and the purpose of the paper is not stated. The objective, therefore, is not addressed and supporting materials are not correctly referenced. FEWER THAN 20 POINTS The writer demonstrates limited understanding of the subject matter in that theories are not well connected to a practical experience or appropriate examples, though the attempt to research the topic is evident, and materials are correctly referenced. 20- 40 POINTS The writer demonstrates an understanding of the subject matter by clearly stating the objective of the paper and links theories to practical experience. The paper includes relevant material that is correctly referenced, and this material fulfills the objective of the paper. 41-50 POINTS In this paper, I am looking for you to develop at least 3 strategic objectives (that make sense in light of your organization's vision, mission, value and SWOTT) in the format of a Balanced Scorecard (including objectives from the Financial, Customer, Process, and Learning & Growth perspectives). I am also looking for you to include appropriate metrics and targets for your objectives. Also, I will be grading you on the 1,050 to 1400 word summary that explains your critical thinking on how you derived your objectives from your vision, mission, values, and SWOTT analysis. As well as your communication plan. Your total section score is: 50/50
Notes: Did you submit your strategic objectives in the Balanced Scorecard format? YES 10
Did your strategic objectives follow the proper format? Were they appropriately measurable? YES 10
In your paper, did you explain your critical thinking and/or describe the link between your vision/mission and balanced scorecard objectives? YES 10
Did you include your sections on communication and strategies/tactics? YES 10
Did you use business and academic references appropriately to support your claims? YES 10
Organization- Max: 20 Points Paragraphs do not focus around a central point, and concepts are disjointedly introduced or poorly defended (i.e., stream of consciousness). FEWER THAN 20 POINTS Topics/content could be organized in a more logical manner. Transitions from one idea to the next are often disconnected and uneven. 8-16 POINTS The writer focuses on ideas and concepts within paragraphs, and sentences are well-connected and meaningful. Each topic logically follows the objective. The introduction clearly states the objective or ideas leading to the purpose of the paper, and a conclusion draws the ideas together. 17-20 POINTS In this section I am scoring on the following items: 1. Overall Logical Flow 2. Clarity of Organization and proper use of sub-titles (I.e. did each paragraph logically follow the last?) 3. Did all of the paragraphs follow proper structure (i.e. did each paragraph have apx. 4-6 sentences that support one main topic?) 4. Was each point clearly defended? Were there statements that added no value to the paper? 5. Did the paper have a clear introduction that stated the main points of the paper? 6. Did the paper have a clear conclusion that summarized key points? Your total section score is: 20/20
Notes: 17 to 20 POINTS Did the paper follow a logical progression? YES 4
Was it clear and easy to follow? Did it make use of subtitles in a correct way? YES 4
Did every point have a purpose? Were topics defended well? YES 4
8 to 16 POINTS Did the paper have a good introduction? YES 4
FEWER THAN 8 POINTS Did the paper have a good conclusion? YES 4
FORMAT Max: 10 Points The paper does not conform to APA style. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS The paper does not conform completely to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing, pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). 4 to 8 POINTS The paper is correctly formatted to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Was the paper correctly formatted to APA style, including (especially) headers, citations, and references - Was there any plagiarism noted in the paper? -Were all references within the paper included in the reference list, and vice versa? *Tip for success: Run all papers through the plagiarism Checker Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes: Were all APA style Guidelines met? YES 3
Was the paper free from plagiarism? YES 4
Were all references noted correctly? YES 3
Grammar and Punctuation Max: 10 Points The writer demonstrates limited understanding of formal written language use; writing is colloquial (i.e., conforms to spoken language). Grammar and punctuation are consistently incorrect. Spelling errors are numerous. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS The writer occasionally uses awkward sentence construction or overuses and/or inappropriately uses complex sentence structure. Problems with word usage (e.g., evidence of incorrect use of Thesaurus) and punctuation persist, often causing difficulties with grammar. 4 to 8 POINTS The writer demonstrates correct usage of formal English language in sentence construction. Variation in sentence structure and word usage promotes readability. There are no spelling, punctuation, or word usage errors. 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Grammar and punctuation -Proper sentence structure -Word choice -Spelling Errors *Tip for success: Run all papers through the grammar checker at the CWE. Also, read your paper out loud slowly to someone else; it will help identify long, or overly complex sentences. Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes: Did the paper utilize proper grammar, and punctuation? YES 2
Did the paper have limited spelling errors? YES 2
Did all sentences in the paper display proper structure? YES 2
Did the writer make good word choices? YES 2
Did variation in sentence structure and word choice enhance readability? Did the paper have limited redundancy? YES 2
Clarity & Style Max: 10 Points The writer struggles with limited vocabulary and has difficulty conveying meaning such that only the broadest, most general messages are presented. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS Some words, transitional phrases, and conjunctions are overused. Ideas may be overstated, and sentences with limited contribution to the subject are included. 4 to 8 POINTS The reading audience is correctly identified, demonstrated by appropriate language usage (i.e., avoiding jargon and simplifying complex concepts appropriately). Writing is concise, in active voice, and avoids awkward transitions and overuse of conjunctions. 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Clarity and ease of reading -Jargon and the use of technical terms -Active voice (and consistent use of tenses) -Conciseness -Only third person writing *Tip for success: Remove all usages of "I, me, we, or us", as they are words that represent a first person writing style. Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes: Was the paper easy to clear and easy to read? YES 2
Did the paper use limited jargon? YES 2
Was the paper written in the third person? Yes 2
Was the paper in active voice, and use a consistent tense? Yes 2
Was the paper concise? Were the points stated confidently? Yes 2
OVERALL ASSIGNMENT NOTES: Your total paper score is: 100
Days Late (if any): 0
Final Score Minus any Late Penalty 100
Since this assignment is worth 8 points, and you earned 100 points on the paper, you will receive 8 total points on this paper.
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Week 5 Individual

CRITERIA NEEDS IMPROVEMENT SATISFACTORY EXCEPTIONAL Feedback/Comments Total Section SCORE
Content Max: 50 Points The writer does not demonstrate cursory understanding of subject matter, and the purpose of the paper is not stated. The objective, therefore, is not addressed and supporting materials are not correctly referenced. FEWER THAN 20 POINTS The writer demonstrates limited understanding of the subject matter in that theories are not well connected to a practical experience or appropriate examples, though the attempt to research the topic is evident, and materials are correctly referenced. 20- 40 POINTS The writer demonstrates an understanding of the subject matter by clearly stating the objective of the paper and links theories to practical experience. The paper includes relevant material that is correctly referenced, and this material fulfills the objective of the paper. 41-50 POINTS In this paper, I asked you to (in 4200 to 5250 words) consolidate your entire strategic plan to include the following: 1- Your mission, vision, values, 2 -Your SWOTT analysis, 3 -Your Balanced Scorecard, 4 -A new communication plan and 5 -Your tactics and strategies plan. Your total section score is: 50/50
Notes: Did you include a comprehensive section on your mission, vision and values? YES 10
Did you include a section highlighting and summarizing the results of your SWOTT analysis? YES 10
Did you include content related to your balanced scorecard? YES 10
Did you include your sections on communication and 350 word executive summary? YES 10
Did you use references appropriately to support your claims? YES 10
Organization- Max: 20 Points Paragraphs do not focus around a central point, and concepts are disjointedly introduced or poorly defended (i.e., stream of consciousness). FEWER THAN 20 POINTS Topics/content could be organized in a more logical manner. Transitions from one idea to the next are often disconnected and uneven. 8-16 POINTS The writer focuses on ideas and concepts within paragraphs, and sentences are well-connected and meaningful. Each topic logically follows the objective. The introduction clearly states the objective or ideas leading to the purpose of the paper, and a conclusion draws the ideas together. 17-20 POINTS In this section I am scoring on the following items: 1. Overall Logical Flow 2. Clarity of Organization and proper use of sub-titles (I.e. did each paragraph logically follow the last?) 3. Did all of the paragraphs follow proper structure (i.e. did each paragraph have apx. 4-6 sentences that support one main topic?) 4. Was each point clearly defended? Were there statements that added no value to the paper? 5. Did the paper have a clear introduction that stated the main points of the paper? 6. Did the paper have a clear conclusion that summarized key points? Your total section score is: 20/20
Notes: 17 to 20 POINTS Did the paper follow a logical progression? YES 4
Was it clear and easy to follow? Did it make use of subtitles in a correct way? YES 4
Did every point have a purpose? Were topics defended well? YES 4
8 to 16 POINTS Did the paper have a good introduction? YES 4
FEWER THAN 8 POINTS Did the paper have a good conclusion? YES 4
FORMAT Max: 10 Points The paper does not conform to APA style. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS The paper does not conform completely to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing, pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). 4 to 8 POINTS The paper is correctly formatted to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Was the paper correctly formatted to APA style, including (especially) headers, citations, and references - Was there any plagiarism noted in the paper? -Were all references within the paper included in the reference list, and vice versa? *Tip for success: Run all papers through the plagiarism Checker Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes: Were all APA style Guidelines met? YES 3
Was the paper free from plagiarism? YES 4
Were all references noted correctly? YES 3
Grammar and Punctuation Max: 10 Points The writer demonstrates limited understanding of formal written language use; writing is colloquial (i.e., conforms to spoken language). Grammar and punctuation are consistently incorrect. Spelling errors are numerous. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS The writer occasionally uses awkward sentence construction or overuses and/or inappropriately uses complex sentence structure. Problems with word usage (e.g., evidence of incorrect use of Thesaurus) and punctuation persist, often causing difficulties with grammar. 4 to 8 POINTS The writer demonstrates correct usage of formal English language in sentence construction. Variation in sentence structure and word usage promotes readability. There are no spelling, punctuation, or word usage errors. 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Grammar and punctuation -Proper sentence structure -Word choice -Spelling Errors *Tip for success: Run all papers through the grammar checker at the CWE. Also, read your paper out loud slowly to someone else; it will help identify long, or overly complex sentences. Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes: Did the paper utilize proper grammar, and punctuation? YES 2
Did the paper have limited spelling errors? YES 2
Did all sentences in the paper display proper structure? YES 2
Did the writer make good word choices? YES 2
Did variation in sentence structure and word choice enhance readability? Did the paper have limited redundancy? YES 2
Clarity & Style Max: 10 Points The writer struggles with limited vocabulary and has difficulty conveying meaning such that only the broadest, most general messages are presented. FEWER THAN 4 POINTS Some words, transitional phrases, and conjunctions are overused. Ideas may be overstated, and sentences with limited contribution to the subject are included. 4 to 8 POINTS The reading audience is correctly identified, demonstrated by appropriate language usage (i.e., avoiding jargon and simplifying complex concepts appropriately). Writing is concise, in active voice, and avoids awkward transitions and overuse of conjunctions. 9 to 10 POINTS In this section, I am scoring on the following criteria: - Clarity and ease of reading -Jargon and the use of technical terms -Active voice (and consistent use of tenses) -Conciseness -Only third person writing *Tip for success: Remove all usages of "I, me, we, or us", as they are words that represent a first person writing style. Your total section score is: 10/10
Notes: Was the paper easy to clear and easy to read? YES 2
Did the paper use limited jargon? YES 2
Was the paper written in the third person? Yes 2
Was the paper in active voice, and use a consistent tense? Yes 2
Was the paper concise? Were the points stated confidently? Yes 2
OVERALL ASSIGNMENT NOTES: Your total paper score is: 100
Days Late (if any): 0
Final Score Minus any Late Penalty 100
Since this assignment is worth 10 points, and you earned 100 points on the paper, you will receive 10 total points on this paper.
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