iRubric: Web Security Issues Research Paper rubric

Gives a concise and clear lead-in and ending to the report. Introduction and closing is well thought out and clearly relates to the main topic.

INTRODUCTION
*organize complex ideas, concepts and information so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a unified whole.

CONCLUSION
*follows from and supports the information or explanation provided, articulate the implications or the significance of the topic.

Clearly relates to the main topic and provides a workable thesis statement.

No information on what to expect in the report. Does not state the purpose of the paper. No summary at end.

Introduction/closing not included

Report is early or on time and exceeds the required three page length.

Report is on time and three pages long.

Report is significantly less than the required length and/or two days late.

Report is significantly less than the required length and/or more than two days late.

Presents information in logical order, emphasizing details of central importance.

Good organization with logical sequences.

Random or weak organization of information.

Presents information in a scattered disorganized manner.

MLA format has been used completely
accurately.

One error in MLA format.

Two errors in MLA format.

MLA format not used.