Research Paper – Final Submission InstructionsBy the end of Module/Week 7, you must submit the final version of your research paper. The paper must thoroughly address your chosen social problem, inv
Research Paper- Final Submission Grading Rubric
| Criteria | Levels of Achievement | |||
| Content 70% 84 points | Advanced 90-100% (A) | Proficient 70-89% (B-C) | Developing 1-69% (< D) | Not present |
| Content | 49 to 54 points The paper exceeds content requirements: Introduction is clear and interesting; each paragraph contains one major idea; paragraph transitions are clear and maintain flow of thought; conclusion is objective and derives logically from the body of the paper. Assignment parameters—length, subject, objectives—are met; demonstrates a clear understanding of subject; focus is clear and coherent, demonstrating awareness of audience; good development of ideas and concepts; assertions are clearly supported and/or illustrated. | 38 to 48 points The paper meets content requirements: Introduction is clear and interesting; each paragraph contains one major idea; paragraph transitions are clear and maintain flow of thought; conclusion is objective and derives logically from the body of the paper. Assignment parameters—length, subject, objectives—are met; demonstrates a clear understanding of subject; focus is clear and coherent, demonstrating awareness of audience; good development of ideas and concepts; assertions are clearly supported and/or illustrated. | 1 to 37 points The paper meets some of the content requirements: Introduction is clear and interesting; each paragraph contains one major idea; paragraph transitions are clear and maintain flow of thought; conclusion is objective and derives logically from the body of the paper. Assignment parameters—length, subject, objectives—are met; demonstrates a clear understanding of subject; focus is clear and coherent, demonstrating awareness of audience; good development of ideas and concepts; assertions are clearly supported and/or illustrated. | 0 points Not present. |
| Research and Sources | 27 to 30 points The paper exceeds content requirements: Paper incorporates relevant material from five sources; sources are legitimate and traceable, the appropriate depth and length, and relate clearly to the topic; research is effective and supports the findings. | 21 to 26 points The paper meets content requirements: Paper incorporates relevant material from five sources; sources are legitimate and traceable, the appropriate depth and length, and relate clearly to the topic; research is effective and supports the findings. | 1 to 20 points The paper meets some of the content requirements: Paper incorporates relevant material from five sources; sources are legitimate and traceable, the appropriate depth and length, and relate clearly to the topic; research is effective and supports the findings. | 0 points Not present. |
| Structure 30% 36 points | Advanced 90-100% (A) | Proficient 70-89% (B-C) | Developing 1-69% (< D) | Not present |
| Grammar and Mechanics | 14 to 16 points The paper exceeds structure requirements: Sentence fluency is coherent, unified, and varied; sentence structure is complete, clear, and concise; paper is free of grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation errors; words are precise, unambiguous, and appropriate. | 11 to 13 points The paper meets structure requirements: Sentence fluency is coherent, unified, and varied; sentence structure is complete, clear, and concise; paper is free of grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation errors; words are precise, unambiguous, and appropriate. | 1 to 12 points The paper meets most of the structure requirements: Sentence fluency is coherent, unified, and varied; sentence structure is complete, clear, and concise; paper is free of grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation errors; words are precise, unambiguous, and appropriate. | 0 points Not present. |
| APA Formatting | 18 to 20 points The paper exceeds structure requirements: Title and abstract are included and formatted in current APA style; citations match the reference page; margins, font style, and pagination are correct; headings are used appropriately; in-text citations are formatted correctly; reference page is formatted correctly. | 14 to 17 points The paper meets structure requirements: Title and abstract are included and formatted in current APA style; citations match the reference page; margins, font style, and pagination are correct; headings are used appropriately; in-text citations are formatted correctly; reference page is formatted correctly. | 1 to 13 points The paper meets most of the structure requirements: Title and abstract are included and formatted in current APA style; citations match the reference page; margins, font style, and pagination are correct; headings are used appropriately; in-text citations are formatted correctly; reference page is formatted correctly. | 0 points Not present. |
