iRubric: Paramedic Program Mini-Project rubric

--Topic interesting, of appropriate breadth for length of paper & an appropriate topic for research.
--Support for thesis complex, complete, & in-depth.
--Writer involved with the subject, not merely doing an assignment.
--Clear and appropriate organization, with effective transitions, introduction, and conclusion.

--Topic somewhat broad or narrow for the length of the paper and/or a questionable topic for research.
--Support for thesis sufficient but lacking in depth or complexity.
--Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion slightly lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.

--Topic too broad or narrow for length of paper and/or a poor topic for research.
--Support for thesis barely sufficient, and/or.
--Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.

--Topic too broad or narrow for the length of the paper and/or a poor topic for research.
--Support for thesis barely sufficient, and/or.
--Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.

The writer chooses words for their precise meaning and uses an appropriate level of specificity. The sentence style fits the paper's audience and purpose. The sentences are varied yet clearly structured and carefully focused, not long and rambling.

Generally, uses words accurately and effectively, but may sometimes be too general. Sentences are generally clear, well structured, and focused, though some may be awkward or ineffective.

Uses relatively vague and general words, may use some inappropriate language. Sentence structure generally correct, but sentences may be wordy, unfocused, repetitive, or confusing.

Usually, it contains many awkward sentences, misuses words, and employs inappropriate language.