Research Paper Rubric
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Criterion
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Points
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Insufficient
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Limited
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Adequate
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Proficient
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Exceptional
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Format
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10
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Elements missing; incorrect
margins, font, spacing, bibliography, endnotes. (0 – 2 pt)
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Some elements missing; flaws
that detract from flow of paper
(3 – 4 pt)
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All elements present with
occasional mistakes
(5 – 6 pt)
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All elements well-presented
and flows smoothly
(7 – 8 pt)
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All elements thoroughly
presented, extremely well-organized, no flaws
(9 – 10 pt)
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Student Scores
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Mechanics
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50
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Frequent errors, seriously
impairs flow & meaning of paper
(0 – 9 pt)
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Regular errors; flow/meaning
of paper breaks down
(10 – 19 pt)
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Errors noticeable, and
occasionally detract from flow or meaning of paper
(20 – 29 pt)
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Some errors, which are minor
in nature and don’t detract from overall meaning of paper
(30 – 39 pt)
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Essentially faultless;
errors may result from risk-taking and do not detract from meaning of
paper. (40 – 50 pt)
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Student Scores
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Organization
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50
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Elements missing; minimal
organization and lack of flow; understanding seriously impaired
(0 – 9 pt)
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Regular breaks in
organization impede flow and meaning
(10 – 19 pt)
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Occasional disorganization
within paragraphs, but paragraph organization well presented.
(20 – 29 pt)
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Well organized and flows
smoothly; no distractions in organization;
(30 – 39 pt)
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All sentences and paragraphs
flow well; smooth and logical flow; crisp and clear
(40 – 50 pt)
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Student Scores
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Content
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50
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Little to no examination of
data; failure to present relevant information
(0 – 9 pt)
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Some examination of data;
little evaluation of material; little understanding of relevant information
(10 – 19 pt)
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Adequate understanding and
examination of data; some attempts to incorporate material into paper
(20 – 29 pt)
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Skillful examination shows
strong degree of evaluation; strong understanding of various points of
argument
(30 – 39 pt)
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Demonstrates thorough
examination of data; shows ability to evaluate; reveals mature insight
(40 – 50 pt)
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Student Scores
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Thesis/Position
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15
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Position incomplete; support
ineffective; explanation minimal
(0 – 3 pt)
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Positions partially
presented; weak information; lack of relevant details.
(4 – 6 pt)
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Position substantially
presented; some imbalance in positions and missing or gaps in
explanation. (7 – 9 pt)
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Position completely
presented, relevant, accurate, clear and well-explained. (10 – 12 pt)
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All positions thoroughly
presented; each point clearly explained; relevant and accurate support of
positions
(13 – 15 pt)
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Student Scores
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Presentation
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25
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Unprepared; unorganized; no
eye contact; too casual
(0 – 4 pt)
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Shared minimal information;
occasional eye contact
(5 – 9 pt)
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Good organization; shared
relevant and interested information
(10 – 14 pt)
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Well-organized; material
interests and engages audience; very good eye contact. (15 – 19 pt)
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Flawless presentation;
covers key information; confident, engaging
(20 – 25 pt)
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Student Scores
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Total Score – 200 possible points
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