Phineas Gage Paper

Content

60 Percent

Points Earned

X/6

· Explains the role of the brain in cognitive functions.

· Describes what Phineas Gage’s accident revealed about how brain areas support cognitive function.

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Organization and Development

20 Percent

Points Earned

X/2

· The paper is 700 to 1,050 words in length.

· The paper is clear and organized; major points are supported by details, examples, or analysis.

· The tone aligns with the assignment’s purpose and is geared toward the appropriate audience.

· The paper provides relevant and sufficient background on the topic.

· The paper is logical, flows, and reviews the major points.

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Mechanics and Format

20 Percent

Points Earned

X/2

· The assignment file is presentable and functional.

· Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.

· The paper—including the title page, reference page, tables, and any appendices—is consistent with APA guidelines.

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Total Earned

X/10