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APA Writing Assignment APA Writing Assignment Rubric for Student Writing Assignments Rubric Code: B43388 By Tblack Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Psychology Type: Assignment Grade Levels: (none)

Criterion
	Poor This paper is not adequate; it does not meet requirements. 7 pts	Fair to Good This paper is adequate and meets most requirements. 14 pts	Good to Excellent This paper successfully addresses all required components. 20 pts
Content & Analysis 10 pts	Poor 0 to 5 points: - Incomplete, missing sections, undeveloped thoughts. - Unclear if purpose understood by writer. - Evidence of plagiarism.	Fair to Good 6 to 8 points: - Paper addresses topics and ideas required. To improve: - Support ideas with specific details. - Include research citations.	Good to Excellent 9 to 10 points - Content is comprehensive, accurate, and addresses the assignment. - Ideas are presented in a clear and understandable manner. - Major points are stated clearly and are well supported. - Research (if used) is adequate, timely and addresses course concepts. - Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Format & Organization 5 pts	Poor 0 to 1 point: - Paper lacks many elements of correct formatting. - Too Short or too long. - Lack of structure. - Topic sentences missing or unclear. - Weak support. - Evidence of plagiarism.	Fair to Good 2 to 3 points: - Paper follows most assignment guidelines. - Paragraph transitions need improvement. - Sentences need more attention to purpose.	Good to Excellent 4 to 5 points: - Paper follows all designated guidelines. - Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment. - Structure of the writer's paragraphs is clear and easy to follow. - Paragraphs built of good supporting sentences that speak to a clear topic sentence in each paragraph.
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling 5 pts	Poor 0 to 1 point: - Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses jargon or conversational tone. - Evidence of plagiarism.	Fair to Good 2 to 3 points: - Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors. - Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon, passive constructions, or conversational tone.	Good to Excellent 4 to 5 points: - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.