Case Study

Element

Criteria

Points

Possible

Points Earned

Instructor’s Comments

Content of Case Study

· History given is clear and thorough

· Most relevant history reported to justify diagnoses and treatment

· Clear diagnoses and support for diagnoses

· Appropriate representation of readings and presentations, including both books/multiple presentations

· Well-established argument for treatment

· Used empirical evidence to support treatment recommendations

· Understanding of SUD’s/ treatment is evident

· Substantive; good development of ideas and concepts

· Appropriate introduction and conclusion

· Page requirement met (12 pages)

· Other:

65

APA Format

· Title Page in current APA format with running head in correct APA style

· Font, headings, margins in correct APA Style

· Citations properly used in all needed places and match reference list

· If quotations are include, all APA requirements are met, not used unnecessarily/excessively.

· Plagiarism free*

· Reference Page is in current APA format

· Other:

* Higher deduction and other consequences might be applied for plagiarism.

20

Grammar/Writing

· Sentences: coherent, varied, complete, clear, and concise wording

· Punctuation including proper use of comma, period, semicolon, etc.

· Spelling and vocabulary: exemplifies profession writing, precise, unambiguous, appropriate

· Grammar: proper and consistent use of verb tense, noun-pronoun agreement, etc.

· Paragraph: clear and contains one major idea

· Clear transitions that maintain flow of thought

· Other:

15

Total

100