Describing the Aggregate

Unsatisfactory

1

Emerging

2

Proficient

3

Exemplary

4

Score

Assignment Components

Selected and described an aggregate.

No clear aggregate is selected.

An aggregate is selected but the description is unclear.

An aggregate is selected and briefly described it but with missing elements.

An aggregate is selected and thoroughly and completely described it following the areas listed in the assignment.

[Score x 3 = 12 pts]

Utilized and explained

MAP-IT in the assessment process.

MAP-IT is not

discussed.

MAP-IT is mentioned

but not described.

MAP-IT is described

without link to how it guides in the aggregate assessment.

Thoroughly described

and utilized MAP-IT to explain the assessment process

of the selected aggregate.

[Score x 2 = 8 pts]

Explained how the

local clinic meets, supports, and advocates for EBP.

Lacks information on

organization’s

supporting activities.

Identified the activities

of the organization that promote EBP.

Discussed

organization’s

involvement in EBP.

Thoroughly explained

the organization’s process for meeting, supporting, and advocating EBP.

[Score x 2 = 8 pts]

Included demographic

and statistical information of the selected aggregate.

Lacks demographic

and statistical information.

Briefly identified

demographics of the selected aggregate.

Briefly discussed the

statistics of the selected aggregate.

Discussed and

described demographic and statistical information of the selected aggregate.

[Score x 3 = 12 pts]

Presented information

obtained from

Lacks interview

Interviewee is not an

Presented an

appropriate interview,

Presented an

appropriate interview,

[Score x 2 = 8 pts]

interview of people

who are familiar with the selected aggregate.

information.

appropriate selection.

covering at least one

aspect of demographic or statistical information.

thoroughly explaining

pertinent information from the aggregate.

Developed a well-

planned questionnaire for obtaining information from interviewee pertaining to the aggregate.

Lacks questionnaire.

Questionnaire is weak

in presenting appropriate questions to guide the interview.

Developed

appropriate questions for the questionnaire but the information is lacking from the interview.

Developed a well-

planned

questionnaire, leading to an informative interview with information that enhances knowledge about the aggregate.

[Score x 2 = 8 pts]

Cited at least two journal articles as

references for ideas in your work.

Cited one source and it was not a journal

article.

Cited two sources but they were not journal

articles.

Cited one source that was a journal article.

Cited two journal articles.

[Score x 1 = 4 pts]

Written Components

Organization

Introduction Thesis Transitions Conclusion

Introduction is limited or missing entirely.

The paper lacks a thesis statement.

Transitions are infrequent, illogical, or missing entirely.

Conclusion is limited or missing entirely.

Introduction is present but incomplete or

underdeveloped.

The paper is loosely organized around a thesis that may have to be inferred.

Transitions are sporadic.

Conclusion is present, but incomplete or underdeveloped.

Introduction has a clear opening, provides background

information, and

states the topic.

The paper is organized around an arguable, clearly stated thesis statement.

Transitions are appropriate and help the flow of ideas.

Conclusion summarizes main argument and has a

Introduction catches the reader’s attention, provides compelling

and appropriate

background info, and clearly states the topic.

The paper is well organized around an arguable, focused thesis.

Thoughtful transitions clearly show how ideas relate.

Conclusion leaves the reader with a sense of

[Score x 2 = 8 pts]

clear ending.

closure and provides

concluding insights.

Usage and

Mechanics Grammar Spelling

Sentence structure

Writing contains

numerous errors in spelling, grammar, and/or sentence structure that severely interferes with readability and comprehension.

Errors in spelling and

grammar exist that somewhat interfere with readability and/or comprehension.

Writing follows

conventions of spelling and grammar throughout. Errors are infrequent and do not interfere with readability or comprehension.

The paper is basically

error free in terms of mechanics. Grammar and mechanics help establish a clear idea and aid the reader in following the writer’s logic.

[Score x 2 = 8 pts]

APA Elements

Attribution Paraphrasing Quotations

No attempt at APA

format.

APA format is

attempted to paraphrase, quote, and cite, but errors are significant.

Using APA format,

accurately paraphrased, quoted, and cited in many spots throughout when appropriate or called for. Errors

present are somewhat minor.

Using APA format,

accurately paraphrased, quoted, and cited throughout the presentation when appropriate or called for. Only a few minor errors present.

[Score x 1 = 4 pts]

Subtotal

Timeliness

Late Work Penalty:

Total Score

/ 80