Citations
0 to 1 points
No attempt is made to cite sources
2 to 3 points
Some pieces are unreferenced or inaccurately referenced, and there are problems with completeness and format of citations
4 points
All evidence is cited using proper APA format, but there are some minor problems with completeness
5 points
All evidence is properly cited in proper APA format
Mechanics (free of grammatical, spelling and/or typographical errors, verb tense remained consistent throughout the entire paper, thoughts well-articulated and clearly presented)
0 to 2 points
Writing is unfocused, rambling, or contains serious errors; lacks detail and relevant data and information; poorly organized
3 to 5 points
Writing lacks clarity or conciseness and contains numerous errors; gives insufficient detail and relevant data and information; lacks organization
6 to 8 points
Writing is accomplished in terms of clarity and conciseness and contains only a few errors; includes sufficient details and relevant data and information; well-organized
9 to 10 points
Writing demonstrates a sophisticated clarity, conciseness, and correctness; includes thorough details and relevant data and information; extremely well-organized
Each question was addressed completely and accurately, including proper citation and reference to web resources or textbook
0 to 15 points
Presents an incomplete analysis of the issues identified
16 to 30 points
Presents a superficial analysis of some of the issues identified; omits necessary supporting resources
31 to 45 points
Presents a thorough analysis of most issues identified; includes connection to supporting resources
46 to 50 points
Presents an insightful and thorough analysis of all issues identified; includes connection to supporting resources
Depth of analysis, critical thinking and originality of thought
0 to 10 points
Supports diagnosis and opinions with few reasons and little evidence; argument is one-sided and not objective
11 to 20 points
Supports diagnosis and opinions with limited reasons and evidence; presents a somewhat one-sided argument
21 to 30 points
Supports diagnosis and opinions with reasons and evidence; presents a fairly balanced view; interpretation is both reasonable and objective
31 to 35 points
Supports diagnosis and opinions with strong arguments and evidence; presents a balanced and critical view; interpretation is both reasonable and objective
