iRubric: Observation Paper rubric

- Structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow.
- Introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.
- Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.
- Conclusion is logical and flows from the body of the paper.

- Structure of the paper is not easy to follow.
- Introduction is missing or, if provided, does not preview major points.
- Paragraph transitions need improvement.
- Conclusion is missing, or if provided, does not flow from the body of the paper.

- Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer.
- Introduction and/or conclusion is missing.
- Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.

-Paper is clearly lacking formal structure
-Major points of the paper are missing or unclear
-Paper does not follow proper structure guidelines such as paragraph writing, logical formulations

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- Paper follows designated paper criteria including a profile of the individual, observation process,identification of behaviors or abilities
-All points are well-developed, include a depth of information expected of writing in higher education

- Paper includes all major points of observation criteria
-Necessary information is mostly presented but could be more well-developed or insightful

- Paper is missing some observation criteria or information
-Paper is lacking insight into the behaviors or abilities of individual

-Paper is lacking in most observational descriptions

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- Paper contains relevant, specific, and personal reflection on the topic.

- Paper contains relevant and personal reflection on the topic.

- Paper contains only a personal reflection on the topic.

-Paper only provides 1-2 sentences on personal experience

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