Journal List Assignment Instructions You will choose a current issue (topic) to research and complete a literature review on this topic as a part of the Research Paper for this course. To prepare for

Criteria

Levels of Achievement

Content 70%

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Journal Description

14 to 15 points

Each journal is clearly described in 3-5 sentences and makes the relevance to the chosen topic clear.

13 points

Journals are described in 3-5 sentences and require some assumptions by the reader regarding the relevance to the topic.

1 to 12 points

The journal descriptions are less than 3-5 sentences and are missing details that demonstrate their relevance to the topic.

0 points

Not present

Journal Authority

18 to 20 points

Rationale for why the journal is a credible source is provided for all 5 journals. This should include at least 1 of the following: impact factor, acceptance rate, or journal ranking.

17 points

Rationale for why the journal is a credible source is provided for 4 journals. This should include at least 1 of the following: impact factor, acceptance rate, or journal ranking.

1 to 16 points

Rationale for why the journal is a credible source is provided for 1-3 journals. This should include at least 1 of the following: impact factor, acceptance rate, or journal ranking.

0 points

Not present

Structure 30%

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics

14 to 15 points

Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.

13 points

There are some spelling and grammar errors. Sentences require some re-reading for understanding.

1 to 12 points

Spelling and grammar errors distract the reader. Sentences are incomplete or unclear.

0 points

Not present