Friday, December 5, 2014

Research Paper Rubric

Research Paper Rubric
Criterion
Points
Insufficient
Limited
Adequate
Proficient
Exceptional
Format
10
Elements missing; incorrect margins, font, spacing, bibliography, endnotes.  (0 – 2 pt)
Some elements missing; flaws that detract from flow of paper
(3 – 4 pt)
All elements present with occasional mistakes
(5 – 6 pt)
All elements well-presented and flows smoothly
(7 – 8 pt)
All elements thoroughly presented, extremely well-organized, no flaws
(9 – 10 pt)
Student Scores






Mechanics
50
Frequent errors, seriously impairs flow & meaning of paper
(0 – 9 pt)
Regular errors; flow/meaning of paper breaks down
(10 – 19 pt)

Errors noticeable, and occasionally detract from flow or meaning of paper
(20 – 29  pt)
Some errors, which are minor in nature and don’t detract from overall meaning of paper
(30 – 39 pt)
Essentially faultless;   errors may result from risk-taking and do not detract from meaning of paper.  (40 – 50 pt)
Student Scores






Organization
50
Elements missing; minimal organization and lack of flow; understanding seriously impaired
(0 – 9 pt)
Regular breaks in organization impede flow and meaning
(10 – 19 pt)

Occasional disorganization within paragraphs, but paragraph organization well presented.
(20 – 29  pt)
Well organized and flows smoothly; no distractions in organization;
(30 – 39 pt)
All sentences and paragraphs flow well; smooth and logical flow; crisp and clear
(40 – 50 pt)
Student Scores






Content
50
Little to no examination of data; failure to present relevant information
(0 – 9 pt)
Some examination of data; little evaluation of material; little understanding of relevant information
(10 – 19 pt)
Adequate understanding and examination of data; some attempts to incorporate material into paper
(20 – 29  pt)
Skillful examination shows strong degree of evaluation; strong understanding of various points of argument
(30 – 39 pt)
Demonstrates thorough examination of data; shows ability to evaluate; reveals mature insight
(40 – 50 pt)
Student Scores






Thesis/Position
15
Position incomplete; support ineffective; explanation minimal
(0 – 3 pt)
Positions partially presented; weak information; lack of relevant details.
(4 – 6 pt)
Position substantially   presented; some imbalance in positions and missing or gaps in explanation.  (7 – 9 pt)
Position completely presented, relevant, accurate, clear and well-explained.   (10 – 12 pt)
All positions thoroughly presented; each point clearly explained; relevant and accurate support of positions
(13 – 15 pt)
Student Scores






Presentation
25
Unprepared; unorganized; no eye contact; too casual
(0 – 4 pt)
Shared minimal information; occasional eye contact
(5 – 9  pt)
Good organization; shared relevant and interested information
(10 – 14 pt)
Well-organized; material interests and engages audience; very good eye contact.  (15 – 19 pt)
Flawless presentation; covers key information; confident, engaging
(20 – 25 pt)
Student Scores








Total Score – 200 possible points

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