Create a 150-400 word explanation of how you intend to study your research question or thesis. The methodology section should be short and describe an ideal process for studying the topic and analyzin
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Methodology and Rationale Grading Rubric
Criteria | Levels of Achievement | |||
Content 70% | Advanced 90-100% | Proficient 70-89% | Developing 1-69% | Not present |
Methodology | 32 to 35 points Methodology is logically sound; a significant result will be largely trustworthy and not be marred by other variables. Student has a well thought through plan. | 25 to 31 points Methodology is strong but may need a little tweaking to be reliable enough to use. | 1 to 24 points Methodology is heavily flawed and may need to be discarded; student needs to begin again. | 0 points Not present |
Rationale | 32 to 35 points Rationale is convincing, clear, and keeps audience in mind as the student speaks in terms of someone else’s benefits. | 25 to 31 points Rationale is largely audience-focused and convincing but at times may miss opportunities, lack support, or lose focus on the audience. | 1 to 24 points Rationale largely forgets about the audience and is not convincing. | 0 points Not present |
Structure 30% | Advanced 90-100% | Proficient 70-89% | Developing 1-69% | Not present |
Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, and Formatting | 27 to 30 points Few mistakes are evident. | 21 to 26 points Mistakes detract somewhat from the information being delivered. | 1 to 20 points Mistakes promote confusion or show a lack of professionalism. | 0 points Not present |