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Basic Research Paper Basic Research Paper Research the approved topic. Submit 3-5 typed pages of publishing the results of your research. Include a Works Cited page with at least 2 sources used researching the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, and relevance of included information. Grade will be based on organization, clarity, use of transitions, appropriate voice, correct citation format, grammar, spelling and punctuation. Rubric Code: EX299W6 By crockern Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Science Type: Writing Grade Levels: (none)

Mini Research Paper Worth 50 points Total
	Not really... 1-3 (N/A)	Bit more... 4-6 (N/A)	Almost there... 7-8 (N/A)	WooHoo! 9-10 (N/A)
Content Topic & Support Organization Transition Introduction<BR> Conclusion	Not really... --Topic unclear or non-existent. --Or, support for topic insufficient, --Organization, transitions, introduction, and/or conclusion non-existent.	Bit more... --Support for topic barely sufficient, and/or. --Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.	Almost there... --Topic stated clearly. --Research support for topic sufficient, but lacking in depth or complexity. --Organization, transitions, introduction, and conclusion slightly lacking clarity and/or appropriateness.	WooHoo! --Topic clear. --Research support for topic complex, complete, & in-depth. --Writer involved with subject. --Clear, appropriate organization, with effective transitions, introduction, and conclusion.
Animal Rights Vs. Animal Welfare Did you show understand of the difference?	Not really... No clear line defining the difference between Animal Rights and Animal Welfare.	Bit more... Getting there. Seems like you understand the difference.	Almost there... Showed their understand of Animal Rights and Animal Welfare.	WooHoo! Great job clearly demonstrating your understanding of two topics as well as displaying their differences.
Grammar and Mechanics Style Spelling & punctuation Mechanics & grammar	Not really... -- Voice inconsistent and/or inappropriate. -- Ineffective word choice. --Spelling errors. --Many errors in agreement, pronouns, or tense. -- Many errors in punctuation or capitalization errors.	Bit more... -- Voice somewhat consistent and appropriate. -- Correct word choice. --Few spelling errors. --Few errors in agreement, pronouns or tense. -- Few punctuation or capitalization errors.	Almost there... -- Voice mostly consistent and appropriate. -- Fairly effective word choice. --No spelling errors, except those not detectable by spell-check. --Fewer than 3 errors in agreement, pronouns or tense. -- No punctuation or capitalization errors.	WooHoo! --Consistent and appropriate voice. -- Sophisticated and precise word choice. --No spelling errors. --No errors in agreement, pronouns or tense. -- No punctuation or capitalization errors.
Format Length Title Name	Not really... Paper did not meet any format requirements.	Bit more... Paper did not meet length requirement but did include title, name, and proper text format.	Almost there... Paper just a little to short... All other requirements were met.	WooHoo! All format requirements were met.
Your Side Did you display your opinion in an educated well organized way?	Not really... Didn't display an opinion on the topic.	Bit more... Your opinion on the topic is unclear.	Almost there... I understand your opinion... Needs something more.	WooHoo! Great job explaining your side and point of view.

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