Outline and Annotated Bibliography
Formal Outline
Total: 3.00
Distinguished - The outline is clearly organized in the format listed in the instructions and includes a well-written thesis statement, related topic sentences, and significant supporting information for each topic. The thesis statement gives a clear direction and purpose for the paper.
Annotated Bibliography
Total: 3.00
Distinguished - Includes ten annotations. Each contains two thoroughly written paragraphs that fully summarize the source’s major claims and thoroughly describes how the material will be utilized in the Final Project – Recommendation Report and includes a descriptive and critical assessment of each entry. Consistently uses a formal tone appropriate for audience and purpose of assignment.
Ten Credible and Relevant Sources
Total: 1.00
Distinguished - Includes at least ten credible scholarly sources that clearly relate to the outline’s thesis statement. Seven or more of these sources originate from the Ashford University Online Library’s databases and the remaining sources are appropriate and relevant.
Reading: Interpretation
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Demonstrates an understanding of the multiple ways of reading and the range of interpretive strategies particular to a discipline or in a given community of readers.
Reading: Comprehension
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Distinguishes probable implications of the text for contexts, perspectives, or issues outside the assigned task or beyond the author's explicit message.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Total: 0.13
Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors and is very easy to understand.
Written Communication: APA Formatting
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Accurately uses APA formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.
Written Communication: Page Requirement
Total: 0.12
Distinguished - The length of the paper is equivalent to the required number of correctly formatted pages.
