Assignment Info

Grading Criteria Unit 4 Assignment

% - Points

Points Earned

Content

Student includes an introductory paragraph with a clear thesis statement discussing the purpose of the paper.  Student provides a brief summary of the main points presented in the body of the paper.

0-10

Student summarizes the research article, to include an overview of the literature review, methods section, results section, discussion section and conclusion.

0-40

Student provides an analysis of the article identifying strengths and weakness in the research, elaborating on these points by discussing examples from the chosen article or other research. 

0-40

Students reflect, and then discuss their personal, yet supported, opinions regarding the research.  This may include, but is not limited to: how the research could be used or not used within their chosen profession and why; speculation about other populations or samples and potential outcomes; how the research could have been carried out differently and what the potential results might be, etc.  Student uses “The Standards Check” and addresses applicable points in this discussion. 

0-50

Student provides a closing summary paragraph, recapitulating the thesis statement and purpose of the paper.  Student provides a brief summary of their review of the article and final thoughts.

0-10

At the close of the paper, following the reference page, student provides the clear, logical outline that was constructed and the paper was written from.

0-10

Writing

Style and Mechanics: Clear and logical organization; paragraphs and sentences are well developed. Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Meets length requirements (4-6 pages, not including title and reference page).

0-20

APA Style: Formatted correctly using APA style (title page, no abstract is required, headings, in text citations, reference page).

Provides references to support conclusions.

Paraphrased correctly and accurately; direct quotes used minimally.

0-20

Total

200

An explanation of the points earned, as well as where the assignment could be strengthened will be included with your grade.