International Economics Research Project

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Name: Grading Rubric for Research Paper Exit

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Title page has an abundance of errors and/or is missing entirely.

Title page is missing or is present but contains multiple significant formatting errors.

Title page is present, but three or more formatting errors are noted.

Title page is present, but may have one or two minor formatting errors.

Title page is present and correctly formatted (alignment, data, and font).

Title Page --Level 1 0 (0%) - 5 (5%)

Level 2 6 (6%) - 6 (6%)

Level 3 7 (7%) - 7 (7%)

Level 4 8 (8%) - 8 (8%)

Level 5 9 (9%) - 10 (10%)

There is no clear introduction provided or an introduction is provided that is unfocused and does not present the structure of the paper. Thesis statement is incomplete, unfocused, and/or missing.

Introduction and thesis --Level 1 0 (0%) - 5 (5%)

Level 2 6 (6%) - 6 (6%)

The introduction provides a somewhat unclear identification of the main topic or structure of the paper. Thesis statement attempts to state the paper’s purpose in a single sentence, but it needs improvement in clarity, focus, and/or conciseness.

The introduction somewhat leads to the main topic, but may not adequately present the structure of the paper. Thesis statement states the paper’s purpose in a single sentence, but it needs improvement.

The introduction leads to the main topic and presents the structure of the paper fairly well. Thesis statement somewhat clearly states the paper’s purpose in a single sentence.

The introduction is engaging, leads to the main topic, and presents the structure of the paper. Thesis statement clearly and concisely states the paper’s purpose in a single sentence that is engaging and thought- provoking.

Level 3 7 (7%) - 7 (7%)

Level 4 8 (8%) - 8 (8%)

Level 5 9 (9%) - 10 (10%)

The literature does not seem to present clear ideas that are related to the topic. There is Little to no evidence of analysis or synthesis of ideas.

A literature review is present, but ideas may not always be clearly connected, may not flow, and may not be related to the topic; some analysis or synthesis of ideas may be evident. Quotations may often be used instead of summaries or synthesis of ideas.

The literature review is present; analysis or synthesis of all materials needs some work. Transitions and flow may be somewhat choppy. Some quotations are used instead of summaries or synthesis of ideas

The literature review is present, but analysis or synthesis of some materials may be somewhat lacking. Some transitions and flow may be a little weak or choppy. Quoted materials are generally used only when the specific wording is itself crucial to conveying an author’s point of view.

The literature review is present and presents a critical analysis and synthesis of the existing research. Transitions and flow are strong and smooth. Quoted materials are used only when the specific wording is itself crucial to conveying an author’s point of view.

Review of Literature --Level 1 0 (0%) - 11 (11%)

Level 2 12 (12%) - 13 (13%)

Level 3 14 (14%) - 15 (15%)

Level 4 16 (16%) - 17 (17%)

Level 5 18 (18%) - 20 (20%)

No analysis of research is provided. Arrangement is haphazard and difficult to follow and/or paper strays substantially from topic.

Discussion provides basic or general analysis of research. Arrangement is less than clear, or organization is clear but there are some digressions.

Discussion provides some insightful analysis of research. The overall arrangement is logical but is occasionally difficult to follow.

Discussion provides a mostly insightful analysis of research. The organization is easy to follow but may not be fully convincing.

Discussion reveals insightful analysis of research. The organization results in clarity and presents logically arranged points.

Discussion of Literature --Level 1 0 (0%) - 11 (11%)

Level 2 12 (12%) - 13 (13%)

Level 3 14 (14%) - 15 (15%)

Level 4 16 (16%) - 17 (17%)

Level 5 18 (18%) - 20 (20%)

The summary is not present and/or fails to address or review the information.

The summary may fail to review or summarize several key points.

The summary may fail to review or summarize a few key points.

The summary may fail to review or summarize one or two points.

The summary reviews or summarizes all key points.

Summary --Level 1 0 (0%) - 5 (5%)

Level 2 6 (6%) - 6 (6%)

Level 3 7 (7%) - 7 (7%)

Level 4 8 (8%) - 8 (8%)

Level 5 9 (9%) - 10 (10%)

Writing is incoherent due to the abundance of major errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Mechanics of Writing --Level 1 0 (0%) - 5 (5%)

Writing lacks clarity and conciseness. Significant problems with sentence structure and grammar. Numerous major and/or minor errors in punctuation and spelling that may hinder understanding.

Writing is fairly clear and concise. Minor problems with sentence structure, and some grammatical errors may be present. There may be several minor errors in punctuation and spelling.

Writing is mostly clear and concise. Sentence structure and grammar are strong and mostly correct. Few minor errors are evident in punctuation and/or spelling.

Writing is clear and concise. Sentence structure and grammar are excellent. Correct use of punctuation. No spelling errors.

Level 2 6 (6%) - 6 (6%)

Level 3 7 (7%) - 7 (7%)

Level 4 8 (8%) - 8 (8%)

Level 5 9 (9%) - 10 (10%)

Template is not used and/or formatting is incorrect throughout the paper. Abstract is not present or provides a weak introduction to the document.

Template is not used, or appropriate template is used, but several elements are missing or incorrect. A lack of formatting control is apparent. Abstract is present but performs the function of an introduction rather than an abstract.

Appropriate template is used. Formatting is generally correct, although four to five minor errors may be present. Abstract provides a somewhat clear reflection of the document’s content.

Appropriate template is fully used. There are one to three minor errors in formatting. Abstract is a clear reflection of the document’s content.

Appropriate template is fully used, and all formatting of the paper is correct. Abstract is an accurate and concise reflection of the document’s content.

Paper Format --Level 1 0 (0%) - 5 (5%)

Level 2 6 (6%) - 6 (6%)

Level 3 7 (7%) - 7 (7%)

Level 4 8 (8%) - 8 (8%)

Level 5 9 (9%) - 10 (10%)

Reference List and Citations --

Peer-reviewed papers are not present, and/or reference entries rarely follow APA formatting guidelines. There are virtually no sources that are professionally reliable.

Zero to five peer-reviewed papers are used. Reference entries and in- text citations follow APA formatting guidelines, but many errors are present. Most of the references are from sources that are not peer- reviewed and have uncertain reliability.

Six to seven peer-reviewed papers are used. Reference entries and in- text citations follow APA formatting guidelines, although some errors may be present. Most materials listed are cited and vice versa. Although most of the references are professionally legitimate, a few are questionable (e.g., trade books, internet sources, popular magazines).

Eight to nine peer-reviewed papers are used. Reference entries and in- text citations follow APA formatting guidelines and are usually correct. All materials listed are cited and vice versa. References are mostly peer- reviewed professional journals or other approved sources (e.g. government documents, agency manuals).

At least ten peer-reviewed papers are used. Reference entries and in- text citations follow APA formatting guidelines and are free of errors. All materials listed are cited and vice versa. References are primarily peer- reviewed professional journals or other approved sources (e.g., government documents, agency manuals).

Level 1 0 (0%) - 5 (5%)

Level 2 6 (6%) - 6 (6%)

Level 3 7 (7%) - 7 (7%)

Level 4 8 (8%) - 8 (8%)

Level 5 9 (9%) - 10 (10%)

Name:Grading Rubric for Research Paper Exit